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Mahindra & Mahindra Deputy Manager Purchase Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 20 Feb 2023

Mahindra & Mahindra Deputy Manager Purchase Interview Experiences

1 interview found

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There were 4 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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Purchase related questions are there
  • Q2. What is sourcing and steps
  • Ans. 

    Sourcing is the process of finding and selecting suppliers to obtain goods and services.

    • Identify the need for goods or services

    • Research potential suppliers

    • Evaluate suppliers based on criteria such as quality, price, and delivery time

    • Negotiate contracts and terms with selected suppliers

    • Place orders and manage supplier relationships

    • Monitor supplier performance and make improvements as necessary

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Any normal aptitude test there

Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion and negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself Mahindra will get u and provide all real documents to avoid any conflict

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 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 - Aptitude Test 

All aptitude questions related to Maths, and technical

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All the technical related questions
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. It is the last HR round
  • Q2. Introduce about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well before you attend the interview
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Development process
  • Q2. Major cost driver in wiring harness
  • Ans. 

    The major cost driver in wiring harness is the cost of raw materials, labor, and complexity of the design.

    • Cost of raw materials such as copper wires and connectors

    • Labor costs for assembly and installation

    • Complexity of the design impacting production time and skill level required

    • Volume of production affecting economies of scale

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Spare part costing

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for basic questions related to development and costing

Purchase Assistant Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 16 Feb 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About my experience
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About the company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don’t work for Tvs
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 3 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 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. About material planning, inventory norms, inventory control, supply chain management, vendor management.
  • Q2. What is material planning? How it’s done?
  • Ans. 

    Material planning is the process of determining the materials needed for production and ensuring they are available at the right time.

    • Forecasting demand based on historical data and market trends

    • Creating a bill of materials (BOM) listing all components needed for production

    • Determining order quantities and lead times for materials

    • Monitoring inventory levels and reordering materials as needed

    • Collaborating with suppliers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is inventory control?How effectively you control inventory?
  • Ans. 

    Inventory control is the process of managing and overseeing the ordering, storage, and usage of a company's inventory.

    • Implementing inventory management software to track stock levels and reorder points

    • Regularly conducting physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy

    • Analyzing sales data to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly

    • Establishing efficient storage and organization systems to minimize excess in

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is SCM? And How you manage it ?
  • Ans. 

    SCM stands for Supply Chain Management. It involves the planning, coordination, and control of the flow of goods and services from point of origin to point of consumption.

    • SCM involves managing the flow of goods, information, and finances across the supply chain.

    • It includes activities such as procurement, production, inventory management, logistics, and distribution.

    • Effective SCM helps in reducing costs, improving effic...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to work ethics and professional values

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Tata Motors Assistant Manager- Purchase interview:
  • SAP MM
  • MS-Excel
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared about material planning, scheduling, order management, vendor management, inventory norms and control.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Work experience related
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Work experience relevant

Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary and aspirations

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be transparent

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why you want to join Tata Motors?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be original that will boost your confidence.

Mahindra & Mahindra Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Mahindra & Mahindra Deputy Manager Purchase interview?
Mahindra & Mahindra interview process usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Mahindra & Mahindra interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for Mahindra & Mahindra Deputy Manager Purchase 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 Mahindra & Mahindra. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Mahindra & Mahindra expect are Analytical Chemistry, Capacity Planning, Conflict Management, Costing and Fire Safety.
What are the top questions asked in Mahindra & Mahindra Deputy Manager Purchase interview?

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