Rita Is a Purchasing Agent Who Is Looking for a Supplier

Multiple Choice

Rita is a purchasing agent who is looking for a supplier with whom her firm can build a long-term,sole-sourcing relationship.She rates potential suppliers on the basis of how efficiently they can fulfill the firm's supply needs,and these ratings enable her to select the best vendor.In the context of the organizational buying process,Rita is currently in the _____ stage.

A) organizational need
B) purchase activity
C) postpurchase evaluation
D) vendor analysis