How to Answer: Are you comfortable negotiating with vendors?
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3. Are you comfortable negotiating with vendors?
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1. Yes I have previous experience of this and built up long term relationships with publishing houses. I had to negotiate with publishers about rising subscription fees and transportation costs.
2. Yes, I have previous experience in a business environment where I worked with vendors.
3. Yes, I believe so. I have not had to negotiate with vendors before but I know how to research book prices as well as compare prices of various vendors. Many vendors are more than happy to offer discounts based on the company's history of purchasing and future orders such as standing orders.