Preview Questions Production Planner | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How do you manage supplier relationships to prevent supply chain disruptions and improve long-term reliability?

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By establishing strong communication channels, creating long-term contracts, and regularly reviewing supplier performance

By switching suppliers frequently to get the lowest price

By focusing only on cost and ignoring supplier reliability

By relying on a single supplier without diversifying options

Question 2: How do you determine order quantities for different suppliers to avoid stockouts while maintaining inventory efficiency?

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Order quantities should be based only on historical demand

Order quantities should be based on production forecasts, supplier reliability, and lead times to ensure inventory is sufficient without overstocking

Order quantities should be minimized to reduce storage costs

Order quantities should always be maximized to avoid stockouts

Question 3: What is the primary purpose of ABC analysis in inventory management, and how does it help prioritize stock control?

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ABC analysis categorizes inventory based on color and design

ABC analysis is only for large-scale manufacturers

ABC analysis categorizes inventory into three groups (A, B, and C) based on value and frequency of use, helping prioritize high-value items

ABC analysis is irrelevant for fashion and apparel and should be avoided

Question 4: How does "inventory aging" affect decision-making in inventory management for fashion apparel?

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It helps forecast future production requirements

It determines the quality of materials in use

Older inventory may need to be discounted or repurposed to reduce loss

It reduces the overall stock available for sale

Question 5: How does "demand variability" affect supply chain planning in fashion apparel?

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It causes fluctuations in inventory levels and can lead to stockouts

It ensures that the supply chain operates at maximum efficiency

It reduces the number of suppliers needed

It guarantees that there is no overstocking of goods

Question 6: What is the Theory of Constraints (TOC), and how can it be applied to optimize production processes in fashion manufacturing?

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TOC is irrelevant and should be ignored in production planning

TOC identifies and addresses bottlenecks in the production process to improve overall efficiency

TOC focuses solely on reducing labor costs, not production efficiency

TOC should only be applied to high-capacity factories