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Updated 26 Aug 2022

Mars Sales & Marketing Interview Experiences

1 interview found

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

XYZ is successful enterprise in diamond business catering to Europe market. The excavation and mining facility were located in South Africa and polishing facility was in North America. The enterprise was planning to expand by acquiring new mines in Africa. We had two options- acquire new warehouse in South American state or use existing warehouse (which may incur cost of renewal of license). Roles - Finance Manager, Sales Head, Operation Incharge etc.

Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself that is not on your CV.
  • Q2. What do you know about us?
  • Q3. What is unique in our company's marketing strategy compared to peers?
  • Ans. 

    Our company's marketing strategy focuses on personalized customer experiences and utilizing social media influencers.

    • We prioritize creating unique and personalized experiences for our customers

    • We collaborate with social media influencers to reach a wider audience and increase brand awareness

    • We use data-driven insights to optimize our marketing campaigns

    • We prioritize building long-term relationships with our customers r

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Internet research about the company.
RG came as a handy last-moment brush-up.
Answer patiently, understand what the interviewer is looking for

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I applied via Walk-in

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF
  • Ans. 

    I am a driven and creative sales and marketing professional with a passion for building relationships and achieving results.

    • I have experience in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns

    • I am skilled in identifying and targeting key audiences

    • I have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets

    • I am a strong communicator and relationship builder

    • I am adaptable and thrive in fast-paced environments

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  • Q2. WHY SALES AND MARKETING
  • Ans. 

    Sales and marketing are essential for business growth and success.

    • Sales and marketing help to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

    • They also help to retain existing customers and build long-term relationships.

    • Effective sales and marketing strategies can lead to increased revenue and profitability.

    • Sales and marketing teams work together to identify customer needs and provide solutions.

    • They also analyze mar...

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  • Q3. DEVELOP A GTM STRATEGY FOR BQC IN INDIA
  • Ans. 

    Develop a GTM strategy for BQC in India.

    • Conduct market research to identify target audience and competition

    • Create a strong brand image and messaging

    • Establish partnerships with local distributors and retailers

    • Leverage digital marketing channels to reach a wider audience

    • Offer competitive pricing and promotions

    • Provide excellent customer service to build brand loyalty

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  • Q4. DEVELOP A STRATEGY TO INCREASE WOMEN VIEWERSHIP OF CRICKET
  • Ans. 

    Develop a strategy to increase women viewership of cricket.

    • Partner with women's organizations to promote cricket as a sport for women

    • Create targeted advertising campaigns that appeal to women

    • Offer promotions and discounts for women's cricket events

    • Provide female commentators and analysts for cricket broadcasts

    • Host women's cricket clinics and tournaments to encourage participation

    • Collaborate with female influencers to p

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  • Q5. WHAT ARE YOUR BEST AND WORST ADS?
  • Ans. 

    My best ad was a social media campaign that went viral and increased sales by 50%. My worst ad was a print ad that had a confusing message and no clear call-to-action.

    • Best ad: social media campaign that went viral and increased sales by 50%

    • Worst ad: print ad with confusing message and no clear call-to-action

    • Best ad had clear messaging and engaging visuals

    • Worst ad lacked a clear message and did not drive sales

    • Best ad ut...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Freshers to an MBA college are the greatest assets for sales & marketing companies. So I was shortlisted based on my academic background, extra curricular activities, PORs and also since I was a fresher.
Tips: Just build up your CV in a format so that your achievements stand out and a balance appears between academics and extra curricular activities.

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: IT WAS A GOOD GD AND VARIOUS POINTS RELATED TO CULTURE, PLACEMENTS AND EDUCATION SYSTEM OF IIM CALCUTTA WERE DISCUSSED. 8 MEMBERS WERE THERE IN MY GROUP. 20 MINUTES OF HEALTHY DISCUSSION. HAD TO COME UP WITH A DECISION.
Tips: JUST KEEP YOUR CALM AND SPEAK 2-3 NEW POINTS AND MAKE SURE YOU DON'T UNNECESSARILY INTERRUPT PEOPLE.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: It was a properly balanced interview with both technical and personal questions. As I had quizzing and cricket in my CV, I was asked to develop GTM strategies for both in different scenarios. Also ad interpretation was asked which I was able to reply without any issues. So was a good interview
Tips: Just keep your calm and understand the questions carefully and then answer to them. Prepare your technicals well for sales & marketing like STP, 4P, 5C and GTM.

General Tips: Just be cool you will get through
Skills: Technical Skills, 1)communication
College Name: IIM Calcutta
Motivation: Best marketing firm

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Role of celebrities in modern advertising.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself.
  • Q2. Which genre do u like in quizzing?
  • Q3. Tell me one particular moment that you liked in Mahabharata.
  • Q4. Give a strategy to revive the drop in sales of Milkybar.
  • Ans. 

    Introduce new flavors and packaging, target younger audience through social media and influencer marketing.

    • Introduce new flavors and packaging to attract customers

    • Target younger audience through social media and influencer marketing

    • Collaborate with popular influencers to promote Milkybar on social media

    • Offer discounts and promotions to encourage sales

    • Conduct market research to identify customer preferences and trends

    • Im...

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  • Q5. Tell me about an inappropriate brand ambassador choice by a company.
  • Q6. Why Sachin Tendulkar is considered to be a powerhouse?
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Do you know who's the market leader when it comes to coffee?
  • Ans. 

    Starbucks is the market leader in coffee.

    • Starbucks has the largest market share in the coffee industry.

    • They have over 30,000 stores worldwide.

    • Their brand is recognized globally and is associated with high-quality coffee.

    • Other major players in the market include Dunkin' Donuts, McDonald's, and Tim Hortons.

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  • Q2. What can be done to become the market leader?
  • Ans. 

    To become a market leader, a company needs to focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and effective marketing strategies.

    • Invest in research and development to create innovative products or services

    • Provide exceptional customer service to build brand loyalty

    • Develop and execute effective marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness

    • Monitor and analyze market trends to stay ahead of competitors

    • Offer competitive prici...

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  • Q3. Do you think Shilpa Shetty will be a good choice for roping in for herbal baby products?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, Shilpa Shetty can be a good choice for herbal baby products.

    • Shilpa Shetty is a popular celebrity and has a huge fan following.

    • She is known for her fitness and wellness regime, which aligns with herbal products.

    • Her association with the brand can increase its visibility and credibility.

    • However, it is important to ensure that the products are safe and effective for babies.

    • A thorough research and testing should be don

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  • Q4. Should we be worried about the negative review on Amazon for our new product Nescafe e?
  • Ans. 

    Negative reviews on Amazon can impact sales, but it's important to address the issues and improve the product.

    • Negative reviews can deter potential customers from purchasing the product

    • Addressing the issues mentioned in the review can improve the product and prevent future negative reviews

    • Monitoring and responding to reviews can show customers that the company values their feedback

    • Positive reviews can outweigh the negat...

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  • Q5. Which is your favorite brand?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - • Prepare HR answers well. Try to be an enthusiast for every interview process.
• Highlight the thing you're most passionate about.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Dec 2019. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why did you want to work with us

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't say any negative word about your past company

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2021. 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 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q3. What is your family background?
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident in your answers and if you don't know the Answers of any questions then politely say no

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

GD: Should CSR be the mandate of corporations?

Round 2 - Other 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. If you were Amazon, what business opportunity would you leverage in India?
  • Q2. If you were PM of the country, what policy would you implement? What have you done during your college life?
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CV and HR based – specific to my background.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1.Tell your unique story without any apologies.

2. Internet – mainly information about the company.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is the tuf thing in market
  • Ans. 

    The tough thing in the market refers to a product or service that is highly competitive and challenging to sell.

    • The tough thing in the market can be a product with a lot of competitors and limited differentiation.

    • It can also refer to a market with high barriers to entry and intense competition.

    • Examples include smartphones, where numerous brands compete for market share, or the airline industry with its fierce competiti

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  • Q2. Trust

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - what is in your special thing should we join you

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Mar 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. I have no question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - this interview was sales related and my skill knowledge it lasted for about 40minutes.

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Has the Modi government created the impact that it promised to?

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Share about your work experience.
  • Q3. Why do you want to join sales and marketing when you are in the consulting club of IIML? Is it because you didn't get into any day zero companies?
  • Q4. Tell me your favorite brand.
  • Q5. Why is it your favorite?
  • Q6. Which is your favorite ad of Bru?
  • Q7. Why were you interested in social sector?
  • Q8. Do you have any questions for me?
Round 3 - Case Study 

Tell me about yourself.

Why you chose HUL? Why Sales & Marketing?

What would you prefer if two options are given- to increase the quantity by 100 MG and price dove at 70 or reduce the quantity and price it lower than now, somewhere around 40?

If I give you 10 crores, how do you plan on spending it. You can do anything with it. Give me the action steps. You could even travel round the world.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - • Interactions with seniors
• Mock GDs/PIs
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Parsonal details and work experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be honest and always keep working hard

Mars Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Mars Sales & Marketing interview?
Mars interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Mars interview process are Group Discussion and HR.

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