In order to ascertain the ability of respondents to answer the study questions, they were asked to indicate their highest educational qualifications.
Table 4.4: Educational qualification Table 5
Level Frequency
Percentage
Certificate
6
8
Diploma 14
18.7
Bachelor’s Degree
48
64
Master’s Degree 7
9.3
Total
75
100
Source: Ruiru Feeds Ltd Directory.
The statistical findings presented in table 4.5 above disclose that 64% of respondents held a Bachelor’s degree, 18.7% held diplomas, 9.3% held master’s degree whereas 8% of the respondents held a certificate qualification. The evidence presented shows that majority of the respondents were highly qualified hence could understand the research subject and respond accordingly.
4.2.7 Number of years since Firm Establishment.
Respondents were requested to indicate the period for which their enterprise had operated. Descriptive evidence presented discloses that the enterprise had operated or more than 8 years. It is evident that this enterprise’s supply chain management practices could be relied on in making conclusions and recommendations that could better shape small and medium enterprises in enhancing their performance.
4.3 Supply chain management
The study sought to determine the impact of supply chain management practices on the financial performance of small and medium enterprises in Kenya. The results were presented as follows.
4.3.1 Supply chain management practices
The respondents were asked to indicate whether supply chain management practices affect performance. A majority of 62.7% agrees with the statement. 14.7% were neutral while 4% disagreed. The findings imply that the enterprise’ performance is affected by supply chain management practices. The presented in Table 4.3 below
Table 4.5: Supply Chain Management Practices Table 6
Statement Frequency Percent
We have supply chain management Strongly disagree 1 1.3%
practices Disagree 3 4%
Neutral 11 14.7%
Agree 47 62.7%
Strongly agree
13 17.3%