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In today’s dynamic and uncertain business environment, disruptions from suppliers have become a frequent problem for many organizations. Challenges such as late deliveries, increasing costs, and unstable supply networks often arise when suppliers do not perform as expected. This study examines how companies handle these disruptions, highlighting the types of risks involved and assessing the effectiveness of measures used to reduce their impact. The study used a survey approach involving 216 staff members from 12 medium and large organizations within the manufacturing, healthcare, and retail industries in Edo State, Nigeria. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and ANOVA to evaluate how well different risk management strategies work. The findings indicate that supplier related risks such as delivery delays, poor product standards, and excessive dependence on a single supplier are widespread and have a significant influence on procurement activities. Organizations are addressing these risks through practices like using multiple suppliers, carrying out supplier assessments, and keeping buffer stock. These methods have produced moderate results, but further progress is still needed. The study concludes that although companies are taking steps to manage supplier risks, adopting more proactive, technology-driven approaches and improving cooperation with suppliers will strengthen supply chain resilience. It recommends expanding the supplier base, investing in realtime tracking tools, and fostering stronger supplier partnerships to reduce the effect of future disruptions.
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