XYZ intermediary works with large consumer product manufacturers as well as small local retailers.The company buys large quantities of products from the manufacturers and sells them in smaller quantities to retailers.XYZ is performing the distribution function of _________________.
A)Physical distribution
B)Supply chain
C)Supply chain management
D)Breaking bulk
E)Accumulating bulk

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The function of breaking bulk occurs within a channel to better match quantities needed to space constraints and inventory turnover requirements. Importantly, like most channel functions, breaking bulk could be performed by different types of intermediaries, in the case of Walgreens by the retailer's own warehouse and in the case of the local pharmacy by a drug wholesaler such as McKesson.

XYZ Intermediary Works with Large Consumer Product Manufacturers as Well