Preview Questions Distribution Manager | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How can a Distribution Manager optimize multi-channel distribution in FMCG?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

By increasing stock in one channel and ignoring others.

By consolidating all distribution into a single channel, even at the cost of customer experience.

By ignoring multiple sales channels and focusing only on the most profitable one.

By analyzing sales channels and coordinating inventory, production, and logistics to ensure product availability across all channels.

Question 2: How do you apply "demand-driven supply chain" concepts to optimize FMCG operations?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

By aligning production, inventory, and distribution with actual consumer demand and minimizing waste

By producing goods based on forecasted demand without adjusting for real-time sales

By reducing flexibility in the supply chain and focusing on fixed production schedules

By increasing production and inventory levels across all product lines to prevent shortages

Question 3: What is the role of supply chain risk management in optimizing operations for FMCG companies?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

It focuses only on warehouse management without considering suppliers

It solely focuses on reducing procurement costs

It simplifies logistics and eliminates the need for demand forecasting

It helps identify and mitigate disruptions to ensure smooth operations

Question 4: How should a Distribution Manager address seasonal variations in demand for FMCG products?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

By maintaining constant inventory levels and ignoring seasonal fluctuations.

By reducing stock levels for seasonal products without considering market demand.

By overstocking to account for all potential seasonal demands.

By adjusting inventory levels, production schedules, and distribution plans based on historical seasonal trends and forecasted demand.

Question 5: How does the integration of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) help streamline logistics coordination in FMCG?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

It allows vendors to bypass warehouse operations and ship directly to retailers

It enables real-time inventory tracking and optimizes picking and packing

It reduces the need for cross-docking and other transit-related processes

It focuses solely on reducing labor costs and not on inventory optimization

Question 6: How would you handle "inventory aging" in FMCG distribution?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

By ignoring inventory age and focusing only on replenishment needs

By reducing inventory turnover and increasing stockholding across locations

By identifying slow-moving products, implementing promotions, and redistributing stock to optimize sales

By continuing to store all products in the same location regardless of age