They asked about my experience in purchasing and procurement
Purchasing Agent Interviews
Purchasing Agent Interview Questions
"As a purchasing agent, you will be responsible for the many logistical tasks behind procuring supplies for your business. During the interview, prepare for questions about your organization and record-keeping skills, communication skills, and knowledge of popular computer programs used to track invoices, purchase orders, and manage inventory. You should also expect ot discuss your strategy for closing out favorable transactions and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers. Most employers will expect you to possess a bachelor's degree."
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They asked if I had experience with SAP.
HR VP asked about my what my relevant experiences were from my prior positions and why I wanted this position. She also asked what my desired salary was. VP of Program Accounts more or less told me about the needs of the position and asked how I thought I would be able to meet those needs. More casual interview than that with HR.
How do you currently discover suppliers?
Would you receive products from suppliers or let someone from receiving do it.
Do you like to solve problems?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Something like, "How would you handle a supplier that was consistently late on deliveries?"
What would I do differently than I had done in the past times with the company?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
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