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CIPS L5M6 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)
Exam Name:Category Management
Exam Number:L5M6
Certificate Validity Period:3 years
Exam Duration:90 minutes
Real Exam Qty:60
Passing Score:70%
Exam Format:Short Scenario Based, Objective Response, Multiple Choice, Multiple Response
Related Certifications:CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Exam Price:£145 - £180 (varies by region, member/non-member)
Available Languages:English
Recommended Training:CIPS Official Study Guide & eLearning
Exam Registration:Official CIPS Exam Booking
Sample Questions: DOWNLOAD DEMO
Exam Way:Computer-based; available at exam centres or remote online invigilation
Pre Condition:No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: CIPS Level 4 qualification or relevant procurement experience
Official Syllabus URL:https://www.cips.org/exam-booking/l5m6-category-management-elective

CIPS L5M6 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionWeightObjectives
Understand approaches to develop category management strategies40%- Aligning strategies with organizational objectives
- Supplier relationship and account management
- Strategic vs conventional sourcing processes
- Models for category management adoption
Understand strategic impact of category management30%- Market intelligence and data-driven decisions
- Sustainability, ESG and risk considerations
- Value creation and cost optimization
- Implementation, monitoring and review of strategies
Understand concepts, tools and techniques for managing expenditure30%- Mapping tools: matrices, supply chain mapping, market models
  • 1. Market share/growth analysis, technology roadmaps
    • 2. Porter's Five Forces, SWOT, STEEPLED
      - Types of expenditure: direct and indirect costs
      - Analysis methods: Pareto analysis, classification frameworks

      FAQs for CIPS Category Management Candidates

      The L5M6 exam leads to the Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification from CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply). It is positioned at the Advanced level. The exam validates the knowledge and skills expected of candidates preparing for CIPS Category Management.

      Related certifications include:

      • CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
      • CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

      The L5M6 exam includes 60 questions and allows 90 minutes. Before test day, divide the available time by the number of questions in a timed practice set to establish a steady per-question pace. If a difficult item starts consuming too much time, mark it for review and move forward instead of losing momentum. A full timed practice session can help you decide when to move on, when to return, and how much buffer to reserve for a final check.

      The passing score for L5M6 is 70%, and the official exam fee is £145 - £180 (varies by region, member/non-member). Because a retake requires paying the exam fee again, use timed practice results as a readiness check before scheduling your next attempt. If your performance remains inconsistent, continue reviewing weak domains and repeat a timed session before booking the exam.

      No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: CIPS Level 4 qualification or relevant procurement experience

      Eligibility rules can change, so confirm the current requirements on the official exam page before registering.

      You can register through the official channels listed below:

      The available exam delivery method is Computer-based; available at exam centres or remote online invigilation.

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      The current L5M6 outline is organized into 3 top-level domains. The first listed areas include:

      • Understand concepts, tools and techniques for managing expenditure (30%)
      • Understand strategic impact of category management (30%)
      • Understand approaches to develop category management strategies (40%)

      Review the Exam Topics section above for the complete outline and any nested subtopics.

      CIPS Category Management Sample Questions:

      Barb is a Category Manager at XYZ Logistics. She is putting together a Category Plan. Which of the following sections should she include? Select THREE.

      • A. HR information on the team
      • B. Supply market analysis
      • C. Category objectives
      • D. Category risks
      • E. History of the category
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      Correct Answer: B,C,D  🗳️

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      'Kaizen' is a Japanese term used frequently in the manufacturing industry. What does it refer to?

      • A. Supplier Relationship Management
      • B. Continuous Improvement
      • C. Cost Reduction
      • D. Sustainability
      Reveal Solution  Discussion  0

      Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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      Total Cost of Ownership [TCO] is important in Category Management. Steve is sourcing machine parts and IT systems.
      Which of the following should Steve consider as part of TCO?

      • A. Location of the Items
      • B. Training
      • C. Supplier Relationship
      • D. Purchase Price
      • E. Maintenance and Downtime
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      Correct Answer: B,D,E  🗳️

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      Ted is a potato farmer from Devon. He sells his potatoes to many local customers including restaurants, wholesalers and manufacturers. For one customer, Ted is keen to drive a premium price for his potatoes as he is confident the customer can afford to pay more. What type of customer is this to Ted?

      • A. Development
      • B. Nuisance
      • C. Exploitable
      • D. Core
      Reveal Solution  Discussion  0

      Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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      Francis is a Category Manager within a large agricultural company which has over 10 categories. He believes that the Category with the largest spend (in £) is the most important category to the business. Is he correct?

      • A. Yes - Categories with larger budgets buy more important items
      • B. Yes - A larger spend signifies that the category is buying larger volumes of items than other categories
      • C. No - This fails to address the importance of the item to the organisation's service / product
      • D. No - All categories are equally as important to the business
      Reveal Solution  Discussion  0

      Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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