PROBLEM 1-9.

Ethics and Code of Conduct [LO 5]

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 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 experience at Sears that provides insights into the companys strategy for success.