Question

Search the Web for the Code of Conduct for Sears Holdings Corporation (the parent company for Sears and Kmart). For each of the following cases, indicate whether it is allowable under the Code of Conduct. In your answer, cite specific language in the code.

A. A purchasing agent is negotiating with two suppliers A and B. The agent tells supplier B the bid price offered by supplier A in an effort to get B to lower its bid.

B. An employee is running for city council and distributes materials for supporting his campaign via company email.

C. A purchasing agent accepts samples of various clothing items.

D. An employee writes an anonymous blog on her experiences at Sears that provides insights into the company’s strategy for success.

Answer 1

Answers :-

A. Not Allowed...As information for a competitive bidding process is not formally communicated to all vendors who will be included in the bidding.

B. Not Allowed...As associates should not use company's resources and time for the personal political activities.

C. Not Allowed...As samples of merchandise from vendors which are not returned to the vendor are the property of Sears Holdings Corporation.

D. Not Allowable...As associates who have access to inside information hold special position of trust and confidence, and should not abuse or misuse the trust.