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Updated 14 Jul 2023

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1 interview found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Te me about yourself with current position Education and family background.
  • Q2. How many years of experience in purchase. How many vendors and material do you handled.
  • Q3. What is your current ctc, what is expected ctc
  • Ans. 

    Current CTC is INR 8 lakhs per annum, expecting a 20% hike in the new role.

    • Current CTC: INR 8 lakhs per annum

    • Expected CTC: 20% hike from current CTC

    • Example: Current CTC is INR 8 lakhs per annum, expecting INR 9.6 lakhs per annum in the new role

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. How do you handled critical situation like urgency of material, line stoppage, and counter action on it?
  • Q2. Why do you want this job. What specific skills do you carrying for this position.
  • Q3. Are you able to manage 1000 plus parts monthly?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience managing over 1000 parts monthly in my previous role.

    • Yes, I have successfully managed a high volume of parts in my previous role.

    • I have implemented efficient inventory management systems to handle large quantities of parts.

    • I have experience coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts.

    • I am adept at analyzing demand patterns and forecasting to maintain optimal inventory levels.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why are you leaving your current job.?

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Its simple round and celebrated in technically.

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I was interviewed in Jan 2022.

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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Zero base costing ,strategic sourcing
  • Ans. Step by step consider costing wrt time that is zero base costing
  • Answered by govind kumar pal
  • Q2. Pre treatment process
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why are leaving your current company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and listen every questing carefully
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

That was related to general knowledge

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to My biodata and salary
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to question
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. SAP T codes with thier users
  • Ans. 

    SAP T codes are transaction codes used in SAP systems to execute specific functions. Each T code is associated with a specific user role.

    • SAP T code: MM01 - Create Material Master

    • User: Purchase Manager

    • SAP T code: ME21N - Create Purchase Order

    • User: Purchase Coordinator

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Import procedure
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Current package & notice period
  • Q2. CTC expecting & forcing to join in 45 days
  • Ans. 

    It is important to consider the company's expectations and timeline for joining when discussing CTC and joining date.

    • Discuss the reasons for the 45-day joining timeline and see if it is negotiable.

    • Consider the impact on current job and responsibilities before committing to a 45-day joining period.

    • Evaluate the overall compensation package and benefits offered by the company before making a decision.

    • Communicate any conce...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You will get learn about import procedures but working hours are very high , no fix timing for daily out !!

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

How work in your group

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are handling the material
  • Ans. 

    Handling materials involves the physical movement, storage, and control of goods or products.

    • Physical movement of goods

    • Storage of goods

    • Control of goods

    • Ensuring proper handling and transportation

    • Inventory management

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No any advice
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Current Affairs - Was being College Placed in this Organisation so there were around 15 guys with me in the GD out of which I was able to clear this round.

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

This round includes Mathematical as well as other reasoning questions which you need to give answer in question paper and there was a cut off marks for the same

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. As I was in college so in technical round questions related to Engineering field but this question may vary depending upon Position
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. As I was in college in Personal Interview questions were related to your approach and what you will be delivering if I get hired but if your are experienced guy you will have technical question which will...
Round 5 - Psychometric Test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Series of 100 questions you need to answer in a online test

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Talk me about your self?
  • Q2. What was your responsibilities in your current company?
  • Q3. How to handle critical situation in future if create any problem from you Supplier end?
  • Ans. 

    Handling critical situations with suppliers requires proactive communication and contingency planning.

    • Establish clear communication channels with suppliers

    • Develop contingency plans for potential supply chain disruptions

    • Regularly review and update supplier contracts

    • Maintain a diverse supplier base to mitigate risk

    • Monitor supplier performance and address issues promptly

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Could you explain how many type of purchase order and explain it?
  • Ans. 

    There are three types of purchase orders: Standard, Blanket, and Contract.

    • Standard Purchase Order: Used for one-time purchases of goods or services.

    • Blanket Purchase Order: Used for recurring purchases of goods or services over a period of time.

    • Contract Purchase Order: Used for long-term purchases of goods or services with a specific supplier.

    • Each type of purchase order has its own unique characteristics and is used in ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is the different about open po and close po?
  • Ans. 

    Open PO and Close PO are different in terms of their status and completion.

    • Open PO refers to a purchase order that is still active and has not been fully processed or completed.

    • Close PO, on the other hand, refers to a purchase order that has been fully processed and completed.

    • Open POs may still require actions such as receiving goods or services, invoicing, or payment.

    • Close POs indicate that all necessary actions have ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is the different about Direct supplier and indirect supplier?
  • Ans. 

    Direct suppliers provide goods or services directly to the company, while indirect suppliers provide goods or services to the direct suppliers.

    • Direct suppliers are involved in the production process, while indirect suppliers are not.

    • Direct suppliers are usually larger and have a closer relationship with the company.

    • Examples of direct suppliers include raw material providers, while indirect suppliers include packaging s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I had given interview with 2 senior sir in 2 round. It's like good. This interview will be built me a good knowledgeable person. so I can easily crack my next job interview. I have been never gone this kind of experience. I love it my interview experience.

Regards & Thanks
Dhruv Patel

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Favorite subject & steel knowledge
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subject is economics and I have a good understanding of steel procurement and pricing.

    • I have a degree in economics and have studied various topics related to it such as micro and macroeconomics, international trade, and finance.

    • In terms of steel knowledge, I have experience in procuring steel for construction projects and have a good understanding of steel pricing and market trends.

    • I keep myself updated wit...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Specific gravity of steel Types of steels
  • Ans. 

    Specific gravity of steel varies depending on the type of steel. There are many types of steels with different properties.

    • Specific gravity of steel ranges from 7.75 to 8.05 depending on the type of steel.

    • Common types of steels include carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, tool steel, and weathering steel.

    • Carbon steel is the most commonly used steel and is known for its strength and durability.

    • Stainless steel is c...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Present yourself well whatever work you do on daily basis.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I was interviewed in Nov 2023.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Procurement process

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Understand your work and technical aspects of it

Greaves Cotton Interview FAQs

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Greaves Cotton interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Greaves Cotton interview process are Resume Shortlist, HR and Technical.
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