Problem
Company ABC is in the meddle of its strategic sourcing for their new manufacturing facilities in BC. Their strategic sourcing manager, Sara, is on her maternity leave, and you are hired on a contract basis to complete her job. After onboarding, you noticed that Sara has already conducted some site visiting of 5 suppliers and provided all necessary information. The company's policy is to choose 3 suppliers and work with them for long term. Briefly answer to the following questions:
i. How do you choose those 3 suppliers? (provide explanation on your methodology and criteria)
ii. How do you design and implement your suppliers' relationship management system? Explain with specific details.
iii. What is your plan for process improvement in future?