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Updated 8 Feb 2025
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An Information Security Analyst was asked 8mo ago
Q. What are the OWASP Top 10 standards?
Ans. 

OWASP Top 10 is a list of the top 10 most critical web application security risks.

  • Injection

  • Broken Authentication

  • Sensitive Data Exposure

  • XML External Entities (XXE)

  • Broken Access Control

  • Security Misconfiguration

  • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

  • Insecure Deserialization

  • Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities

  • Insufficient Logging and Monitoring

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A Qlikview Developer was asked 12mo ago
Q. What is incremental refresh?
Ans. 

Incremental refresh is a process of updating only the new or changed data in a dataset, rather than refreshing the entire dataset.

  • Incremental refresh helps in reducing the time and resources required for data refresh.

  • It is commonly used in data warehousing and business intelligence to keep the data up-to-date.

  • For example, in a sales database, only the new sales transactions since the last refresh would be added to...

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A Qlikview Developer was asked 12mo ago
Q. Explain Joins in QlikView
Ans. 

Joins in QlikView are used to combine data from multiple tables based on a common field.

  • Joins are used to link tables together based on a common field or key.

  • Common types of joins in QlikView include inner join, left join, right join, and outer join.

  • Joins help in creating a single, unified view of data from multiple tables.

  • Example: A common join in QlikView would be linking a 'Sales' table with a 'Product' table b...

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A Senior Associate 1 was asked 12mo ago
Q. What are the SAP codes used in the OTC process?
Ans. 

SAP codes are used in the Order to Cash (OTC) process to identify various stages and transactions within the process.

  • SAP codes are alphanumeric codes assigned to different stages and transactions in the OTC process.

  • They help in tracking and managing orders, invoices, deliveries, and payments within SAP systems.

  • Examples of SAP codes in OTC process include VA01 for creating sales order, VF01 for creating invoice, an...

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A Data Scientist was asked
Q. How does XGBoost work?
Ans. 

XGBoost is a popular machine learning algorithm that uses gradient boosting to improve model performance.

  • XGBoost stands for eXtreme Gradient Boosting

  • It is an ensemble learning method that builds multiple decision trees sequentially

  • Each tree corrects errors made by the previous one, leading to a more accurate model

  • XGBoost is known for its speed and performance in competitions like Kaggle

  • It can handle missing data a...

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A Data Scientist was asked
Q. How does clustering work?
Ans. 

Clustering is a technique used to group similar data points together based on certain characteristics.

  • Clustering involves partitioning a set of data points into groups, or clusters, where points in the same cluster are more similar to each other than to those in other clusters.

  • Common clustering algorithms include K-means, hierarchical clustering, and DBSCAN.

  • Clustering is an unsupervised learning technique, meaning...

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A Data Scientist was asked
Q. Tell me about hypothesis testing.
Ans. 

Hypothesis testing is a statistical method used to make inferences about a population based on sample data.

  • Hypothesis testing involves formulating a null hypothesis and an alternative hypothesis.

  • The null hypothesis assumes that there is no significant difference or relationship, while the alternative hypothesis suggests otherwise.

  • Statistical tests are then conducted to determine the likelihood of observing the dat...

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A Data Scientist was asked
Q. How does XGBoost work? How does clustering work?
Ans. 

XGBoost is a popular machine learning algorithm that uses gradient boosting to improve prediction accuracy.

  • XGBoost stands for eXtreme Gradient Boosting.

  • It is an ensemble learning method that builds a series of decision trees to make predictions.

  • XGBoost uses gradient boosting to minimize errors by adding new models that complement the existing ones.

  • It is known for its speed and performance in competitions like Kagg...

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A Mechanical Engineer was asked
Q. Different between Chain and belt transmittion,Advantages and disadvantages
Ans. 

Chain transmission uses metal chains to transmit power, while belt transmission uses belts made of rubber or other materials.

  • Chain transmission is more durable and can handle higher loads compared to belt transmission.

  • Belt transmission is quieter and smoother compared to chain transmission.

  • Chain transmission requires more maintenance due to lubrication needs, while belt transmission is relatively maintenance-free.

  • ...

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Holcim Interview Experiences

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R2R Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Feb 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions about expectation and current job
  • Q2. Details about current job
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions
  • Q2. What you have done in your last job
  • Ans. 

    In my last job, I successfully led a team in implementing a new R2R process, resulting in improved efficiency and accuracy.

    • Led a team in implementing a new R2R process

    • Improved efficiency and accuracy

    • Trained team members on new processes and systems

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Very good company culture wise.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced professional with a strong background in finance and project management.

    • Over 5 years of experience in finance and project management

    • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

    • Proven track record of successfully leading teams and delivering results

    • Proficient in financial analysis and reporting

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain in brief career journey
  • Ans. 

    I started my career in finance as an intern, then moved up to analyst roles before transitioning to a Senior Associate position.

    • Started as a finance intern

    • Progressed to analyst roles

    • Transitioned to Senior Associate position

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain previous role
  • Ans. 

    I was responsible for managing client relationships and leading a team of analysts to deliver financial reports and recommendations.

    • Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention

    • Led a team of analysts in conducting financial analysis and preparing reports

    • Provided recommendations to clients based on analysis findings

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are SAP codes used in OTC process
  • Ans. 

    SAP codes are used in the Order to Cash (OTC) process to identify various stages and transactions within the process.

    • SAP codes are alphanumeric codes assigned to different stages and transactions in the OTC process.

    • They help in tracking and managing orders, invoices, deliveries, and payments within SAP systems.

    • Examples of SAP codes in OTC process include VA01 for creating sales order, VF01 for creating invoice, and VL0...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Are you comfortable if offered the same designation
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable with the same designation.

    • I am confident in my abilities and experience at this level

    • I am open to growth and development within the same role

    • I have a positive attitude towards continuing in the same position

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Tower Head 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. This round was final and more of to check how the human being is
  • Q2. Basic knowledge about process

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Holcim is the best company and is very much employee friendly. Sometimes you look for surrounding instead of money so this is the perfect example. However, holcim do offer good hike

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are Owasp top10 standards
  • Ans. 

    OWASP Top 10 is a list of the top 10 most critical web application security risks.

    • Injection

    • Broken Authentication

    • Sensitive Data Exposure

    • XML External Entities (XXE)

    • Broken Access Control

    • Security Misconfiguration

    • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

    • Insecure Deserialization

    • Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities

    • Insufficient Logging and Monitoring

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. API Security related
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain Joins in QlikView
  • Ans. 

    Joins in QlikView are used to combine data from multiple tables based on a common field.

    • Joins are used to link tables together based on a common field or key.

    • Common types of joins in QlikView include inner join, left join, right join, and outer join.

    • Joins help in creating a single, unified view of data from multiple tables.

    • Example: A common join in QlikView would be linking a 'Sales' table with a 'Product' table based ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Incremental refresh
  • Ans. 

    Incremental refresh is a process of updating only the new or changed data in a dataset, rather than refreshing the entire dataset.

    • Incremental refresh helps in reducing the time and resources required for data refresh.

    • It is commonly used in data warehousing and business intelligence to keep the data up-to-date.

    • For example, in a sales database, only the new sales transactions since the last refresh would be added to the ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read the basics
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Yourself, process knowledge etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Same as above
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. A general question about past companies and reason to joi
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on my past experiences and activities handled
  • Q2. What account related activities I have handled
  • Q3. What transition activities handled
  • Q4. French language skills questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Clear work mode, leave policies and process regarding details

Territory Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image F. M. Tanvir Rahim

posted on 4 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce Yourself
  • Q2. Talk about Previous Experince
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in sales and territory management, consistently exceeding targets and building strong relationships with clients.

    • Managed a territory of 50+ accounts, increasing sales by 20% year over year

    • Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets

    • Built and maintained relationships with key decision-makers in the industry

    • Trained and mentored new sales representatives to imp...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy going interview, keep cool
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Different between Chain and belt transmittion,Advantages and disadvantages
  • Ans. 

    Chain transmission uses metal chains to transmit power, while belt transmission uses belts made of rubber or other materials.

    • Chain transmission is more durable and can handle higher loads compared to belt transmission.

    • Belt transmission is quieter and smoother compared to chain transmission.

    • Chain transmission requires more maintenance due to lubrication needs, while belt transmission is relatively maintenance-free.

    • Examp...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - İf you read and work hard,You will have everything
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join holcim ?
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Holcim because of their strong reputation in the industry and their commitment to sustainability.

    • Holcim has a strong reputation in the industry for quality and innovation

    • I am impressed by Holcim's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility

    • I believe that working at Holcim will provide me with opportunities for growth and development

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are your hobies ?
  • Ans. 

    My hobbies include reading, hiking, and playing the guitar.

    • Reading: I enjoy reading fiction and non-fiction books in my free time.

    • Hiking: I love exploring nature trails and challenging myself with new hikes.

    • Playing the guitar: I have been playing the guitar for several years and enjoy learning new songs.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. French language test
  • Q2. French language translation test

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Jun 2023

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jun 2022. There were 2 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 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell us about your past work experience
  • Q2. Tell us about yourself
  • Q3. When can you join
  • Q4. Your leadership experience
  • Q5. Why you are leaving current organisation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do not even try to give interview,it's a trap and illegal work which you will have to do if you are selected. Meghalaya law are totally different and the company has worst management.

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Interview Tips & Stories
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a team lead
Why are women still asked such personal questions in interview?
I recently went for an interview… and honestly, m still trying to process what just happened. Instead of being asked about my skills, experience, or how I could add value to the company… the questions took a totally unexpected turn. The interviewer started asking things like When are you getting married? Are you engaged? And m sure, if I had said I was married, the next question would’ve been How long have you been married? What does my personal life have to do with the job m applying for? This is where I felt the gender discrimination hit hard. These types of questions are so casually thrown at women during interviews but are they ever asked to men? No one asks male candidates if they’re planning a wedding or how old their kids are. So why is it okay to ask women? Can we please stop normalising this kind of behaviour in interviews? Our careers shouldn’t be judged by our relationship status. Period.
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Holcim Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Holcim interview?
Holcim interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Holcim interview process are One-on-one Round, HR and Technical.
How to prepare for Holcim 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 Holcim. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Holcim expect are SAP, Business Services, Customer Experience, Python and Supply Chain.
What are the top questions asked in Holcim interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Holcim interview -

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What are the most common questions asked in Holcim HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in Holcim interview are -

  1. What is your family backgrou...read more
  2. What are your salary expectatio...read more
How long is the Holcim interview process?

The duration of Holcim interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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