GlobalTronics Ltd$.$ is a multinational electronics company that sources components

and materials from various countries for its manufacturing operations. The company is

committed to upholding ethical standards and complying with relevant laws in its

procurement practices. However, the purchasing team is faced with complex decisions

related to international buying ethics, the legal authority of purchasing managers, and

contract law.

a$)$ Explain the legal authority and responsibilities of a purchasing manager and discuss the

importance of ethical considerations in global sourcing decisions for GlobalTronics. Now suppose GlobalTronics wants to source a wide range of products from suppliers

around the world and distribute them to various markets. The company is looking to

enhance its global sourcing strategies by improving supplier evaluation methods