All of the following managers would like to have large inventories EXCEPT the ___________manager.
A) purchasing
B) marketing
C) financial
D) manufacturing

Question

All of the following managers would like to have large inventories EXCEPT the ___________manager. 	
A) purchasing
B) marketing
C) financial
D) manufacturing

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The financial manager is responsible for managing finances and maximizing profits. Having a large inventory ties up capital and increases storage and handling costs, which decreases profits. The other managers listed may benefit from having large inventories for various reasons, such as ensuring a steady supply of materials (purchasing manager), having enough products to meet customer demand (marketing manager), or avoiding production delays (manufacturing manager).

All of the Following Managers Would Like to Have Large