Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management

As an Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management at Experian, your primary responsibilities will include acting as a single point of contact for IT partners, managing the demand for assigned IT products, and partnering with Procurement on vendor evaluations and contract negotiations. You'll ensure that the IT demand is executed efficiently while maintaining strong internal client relationships and developing a demand pipeline.

To qualify for the Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management role at Experian, candidates should possess technical knowledge of engineering principles and concepts. Experience from internships or full-time roles in large international companies is important, especially working with global service providers. Familiarity with data integration and dashboard creation using tools like Tableau and Excel is also required.

Experian is committed to its employees' work-life balance, health, and well-being. For the Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management position, we offer comprehensive family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits, and generous paid time off to ensure you have the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.

As an Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management at Experian, you'll enhance your skills in IT demand management, vendor governance, and relationship management. You'll also develop your technical skills by learning how to integrate data from multiple sources and create insightful dashboards, increasing your proficiency in data analytics tools.

Experian is recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces and a Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries. We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture, where employees can thrive and bring their authentic selves to work. This creates a supportive environment that makes Experian an exceptional place for the Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management to grow and succeed.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples of how you’ve managed IT demand in previous roles, including any tools or methodologies you’ve used. Focus on your ability to assess needs, work with teams, and ensure that demands are met efficiently.

In your response, discuss the importance of conducting thorough research on potential vendors, evaluating their offerings against your organization's needs, and preparing for negotiations by understanding both sides' priorities. Sharing a specific example from your experience will strengthen your answer.

Share specific examples of tools you've utilized, such as Tableau or SharePoint, and explain how you've used them to create dashboards or reports. Highlight your capability to synthesize data and convey insights.

Discuss your approach to communication, understanding their needs, and consistently delivering value. Mention strategies you’ve used to build trust, such as regular check-ins and feedback sessions.

Explain how you prioritize tasks, set clear objectives, and communicate with stakeholders. Mention any frameworks or tools you utilize to ensure projects stay on track, like Agile or Gantt charts.

Provide a specific situation where you faced a significant challenge, explain the steps you took to address the issue, and emphasize the positive outcome. This demonstrates your problem-solving skills and resilience.

Discuss your methods for continual learning, such as following industry blogs, attending webinars, or participating in online courses. Highlight any recent trends you've integrated into your work.

Explain your prioritization process, whether it’s based on urgency, impact, or resource availability. Providing an example of how you’ve successfully managed multiple demands will showcase your organizational skills.

Highlight specific instances where you’ve been involved in contract negotiations, detailing your approach and any successful outcomes. This shows your familiarity with contractual terms and negotiation tactics.

Articulate your interest in Experian's culture, values, and commitment to innovation. Mention how you resonate with their mission and how your skills align with the Associate Consultant - Demand & Vendor Management role.