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DealShare Category Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 24 Sep 2024

DealShare Category Manager Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced category manager with a background in retail and strong analytical skills.

    • Over 5 years of experience in category management

    • Skilled in data analysis and market research

    • Successfully increased sales by 15% in previous role

    • Strong negotiation skills with suppliers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Projects that you worked on
  • Ans. 

    Managed multiple projects including product launches, promotions, and supplier negotiations.

    • Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products in the market

    • Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing and terms for the company

    • Developed and executed promotional campaigns to drive sales and increase brand visibility

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Previous work ex ?
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience working as a category manager in the retail industry.

    • Managed product assortment and pricing strategies

    • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities

    • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing

    • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional campaigns

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be ready with impromptu questions

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. Why should we hire you?
  • Q5. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q6. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q7. Tell me about yourself.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Business related questions
  • Q2. Team handling questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview was taken by business head and asked business related questions

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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Category Manager with a background in retail and supply chain management.

    • Over 5 years of experience in managing product categories and optimizing inventory levels.

    • Skilled in analyzing market trends and competitor strategies to drive sales and profitability.

    • Strong negotiation skills with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.

    • Implemented successful promotional campaigns to increase product visibilit

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Tell about your previews experience and excel test
  • Q2. Given some situation and expecting to solve
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Category Manager with a background in retail and strong analytical skills.

    • Over 5 years of experience in category management

    • Skilled in data analysis and market research

    • Proven track record of increasing sales and profitability

    • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

    • Previously managed categories such as electronics and home goods

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How will you improve stock availability?
  • Ans. 

    I will improve stock availability by implementing demand forecasting, optimizing inventory levels, and strengthening supplier relationships.

    • Implement demand forecasting to accurately predict future stock needs

    • Optimize inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts

    • Strengthen supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and reduce lead times

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell about your company process
  • Ans. 

    Our company process involves thorough market research, strategic planning, supplier negotiations, and continuous performance analysis.

    • Market research is conducted to identify trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies.

    • Strategic planning involves setting goals, developing action plans, and allocating resources effectively.

    • Supplier negotiations are crucial for securing favorable terms, pricing, and quality s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guesstimates , manpower planning related problem
  • Q2. Urban business model
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Same guestimates and business model, situation based questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basjc problems related to time and work, manpower planning , if x no of jobs is available how many manpower will be needed to complete the same in y days. Learn about their business model. Prepare yourself according to the JD
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. After resume screening there was Guesstimates
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Situational based questions and guesstimate
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This round would be with senior vice president ! Stay cool and strong with what you speak

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself , don't oversell yourself. Keep your resume updated and be ready for the challenges and be hungry to learn.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guestimates in all 3 rounds
  • Q2. If you are to plan an airport in Delhi, how many runways will that have?
  • Ans. 

    The number of runways in an airport in Delhi would depend on factors such as traffic volume, airport size, and future expansion plans.

    • Consider the current and projected air traffic volume in Delhi

    • Take into account the size of the airport and available land for runway construction

    • Factor in future expansion plans and potential increase in air traffic

    • Consult with aviation experts and authorities for recommendations

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. There were guesstimates, problem solving and case studies.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. There were guesstimates, problem-solving and case studies.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. The person who took the interview was very negative. He wanted to hire a person who can work 24*7 in very low salary.

DealShare Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in DealShare Category Manager interview?
DealShare interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the DealShare interview process are HR and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for DealShare Category Manager interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at DealShare. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at DealShare expect are Analytics, Automation, Business Intelligence, FMCG and Market Research.
What are the top questions asked in DealShare Category Manager interview?

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3.7

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3.9

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Job security

3.5

Company culture

4.1

Promotions

3.3

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