How would you keep track of office supplies?

Your impeccable organizational skills. Let the interviewer know that you would consistently monitor the level of supplies and order more when appropriate or as instructed.

Appearing as if you do not care about your co-workers. This question is intended to show that you are committed to keeping your team members happy, and you don't want to convey that is not a priority to you.

"If there is not an inventory process in place, I would create one. I would evaluate the supplies, research how often they are typically ordered, and create a specific system to ensure supplies are always available."

"I would communicate to team members and leaders that if they notice something is running low, to please inform me so that I can order more of that item."

"Over several years with XX company, I realized that the whole faculty was ALWAYS out of erasers for the white boards. I don't know where they went half the time! One day there would be 20 in the supply closet and the next day, none. After clearing it with my supervisor who approved the cost, I kept a stash in my desk for emergencies until I could order more."