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POL - Interview Questions - Buyer

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This document is a set of interview questions for a buyer position. The questions are divided into two sections: general questions and situation questions. The general questions aim to assess the candidate's knowledge and understanding of various concepts related to purchasing and procurement. These include topics such as FOB (Free On Board) terms, handling claims for damaged goods, RFPs (Request for Proposals), technical specifications vs performance specifications, and factors to consider when evaluating competitive quotations. The situation questions present hypothetical scenarios that the candidate may encounter in their role as a buyer. These scenarios involve issues such as poor performance by a service provider, lack of competitive quotes for a requisition, and handling a disgruntled supplier who was not awarded a contract despite being the second lowest bidder. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive set of interview questions to assess the candidate's knowledge, skills, and approach to various purchasing situations.
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