Kearney Sourcing Associate interview questions

The interview was the first round interview for sourcing associate. I had previous consulting experience and hence applied for the position. However, I did not have sourcing experience which went against me and also I was not able to explain well how my skills match with the position. The interview had two part. 1. Behavioral and 2. Case Question Behavioral QS Included: 1. Resume walk through 2. Challenging project 2. Internship experience 3. What did you learn the most from your consulting experience 4. What do you know about sourcing? (Started to mess up here) 5. Why do you think you will be suited for sourcing as per your work experience? (Ding) Case Question: Pretty simple. Chicago municipality is planning to replace all signal lights with LEDs? Should they implement the change if cost is the only factor? Overall good experience

The interview process started with 3 phone interviews. Included previous experience, basic skills, and scenario case interview. After three phone interview screening, I went to final on-site interview. The process included - one excel skill test: basic excel skills required to finished within limited time. - five 1:1 interviews: some of the interviewers were those who interviewed me on the phone. - one presentation interview: one report will be given to the candidate with the requirements of the presentation. The candidate then need to prepare PPT presentation based on the requirements within one hour.