FirstCry Assistant Category Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Simple aptitude test!

Q1. Introduce yourself
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Experienced Category Manager with a background in retail and a proven track record of driving sales and profitability.
• Over 5 years of experience in category management

• Strong analytical skills to identify trends and opportunities

• Implemented successful strategies to increase sales by 20% in previous role
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Q2. Talk about relevant experiences
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I have over 5 years of experience as a Category Manager in the retail industry.
• Managed product assortment and pricing strategies

• Developed strong vendor relationships

• Implemented successful promotional campaigns

• Analyzed sales data to optimize category performance
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Q1. Take me through your CV
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Experienced Category Manager with a background in retail and supply chain management.
• Started career in retail as a sales associate, quickly moving up to assistant manager

• Managed inventory and ordering for multiple product categories

• Implemented successful promotional strategies to increase sales

• Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and terms
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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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
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Q2. How will you improve stock availability?
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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
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Q1. Tell about your company process
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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...read more
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Q1. What are your roles as a category associate?
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Roles of a category associate include analyzing market trends, managing product assortment, developing pricing strategies, and collaborating with suppliers.
• Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for growth

• Manage product assortment by selecting the right mix of products for the category

• Develop pricing strategies to maximize sales and profitability

• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms and ensure product ...read more
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Q1. How would you track company p&l
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Tracking company P&L involves monitoring revenues, expenses, and profits to assess financial performance.
• Regularly review financial statements such as income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement

• Analyze variances between budgeted and actual results

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to revenue, expenses, and profitability

• Use accounting software to track transactions and generate reports

• Conduct
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Q1. Puzzles were asked, geeks for geeks puzzle
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Q2. Case study quetions were asked
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3 rounds each based on case studies around e-commerce and previous work experience.

Asked to get insights from the wholesale market of different categories. Detailed research will help in the process.

Q1. Basics - about yourself, your career trajectory, work experience, some situation based questions
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Case Study involving Category insights and other marketplaces like AZ, FK etc