Complete an analysis of the purchasing function within a manufacturing or services firm of your choice. As an alternative option, you may complete an analysis of the purchasing function at Honda Motor Company Ltd$.$ Using the case study attached and other outside sources.

This analysis needs to determine what functions are working well and identify those that need further improvement and development. Based on the information from the analysis, appropriate research and the materials provided in this course, you will develop a Procurement and Sourcing Analysis Report to Management. The in$-$depth analysis will involve extensive outside research and a written improvement plan. Adhere to proper inclusion of research information within the body of your project.

Specific Requirements for Paper:

The procurement analysis must be typed containing the following segments in the order noted:

Title Page Include name, course name$/$number$,$ instructor name and date

Table of Contents

Introduction $($inform the reader what the paper is all about$)$

Company Background $($a brief overview of what the company does including industry and customers served$).$

Product or Services Provided $($use sub$-$headings$)$

Description of Procurement Operation Area Analyzed $($explain procurement functions as they operate