Vendor Manager Mock Interview

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Question 15 of 25

What would you do if a product from a vendor arrived and was not as advertised or promised?

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Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.

Even if this has never happened to you, be sure to describe how you would react to this situation. Explain what actions you would take to hold the vendor accountable and remedy the situation. Be sure to highlight how your quick thinking and effective response would turn an unfortunate situation into a solved problem.

Audra Kresinske

Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.

"Thankfully, this has never happened to me in my career. However, if it did happen, I would call the vendor and be very direct about my expectations and the reality of the situation. I would communicate my disappointment and ask to be refunded. It is my job to thoroughly vet vendors and hold them accountable to their word. If they are not transparent, I have no choice but to end the relationship. If I received good customer service and decided to continue with this vendor, I would be weary of new orders and be diligent in checking their product upon arrival."

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