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Schneider Electric Category Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 7 Oct 2024

Schneider Electric Category Manager Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced Category Manager with a proven track record of driving sales and maximizing profitability.

    • Over 5 years of experience in category management

    • Strong analytical skills to identify market trends and opportunities

    • Effective communication and negotiation skills

    • Successfully launched a new product line that increased sales by 20%

  • Answered by AI

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

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Question from your CV and profile for which interview scheduled?
  • Q2. Practical experience and ideas

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Hello Guys,

Please keep in mind that whenever you go for the interview interviewee must ensure that about the job profile and before attending the interview must go through with the Job Description and brush up on the basics.

I applied via Other and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. How will u handle workers if they dont work as u asked, one case study.
  • Q2. How will u reduce machine downtime?
  • Ans. 

    I will implement preventive maintenance, train operators, and monitor machine performance.

    • Implement a preventive maintenance program

    • Train operators on proper machine usage and maintenance

    • Monitor machine performance and address issues promptly

    • Regularly inspect machines for signs of wear and tear

    • Use data analysis to identify patterns and potential issues

    • Invest in high-quality equipment and parts

    • Establish clear communicat...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be well prepared for domain, multiple rounds

I was interviewed before Feb 2021.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q4. Tell me about yourself.
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Basic accounting questions

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In this round more technical questions asked on income statement and balance sheet.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for any kind of finance and accounting question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Channel Strategy
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2022. 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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question was for understanding current profile
  • Q2. Question was for how can I fit for job
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Finance related overview

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Skills can be taught but attitude cannot
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question on Inventory
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your long term objectives

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be calm and careful in understanding the question and then answer
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 3 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 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self,
  • Ans. Family back ground Education Past experience Reason for leaving job
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Why you want to change your current company ?
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do we calculate Variable and Fixed cost ?
  • Ans. 

    Variable and fixed costs are calculated to understand the cost structure of a business and make informed decisions regarding pricing, production, and profitability.

    • Variable costs fluctuate with the level of production or sales, such as raw materials or labor costs.

    • Fixed costs remain constant regardless of production levels, like rent or salaries.

    • Calculating these costs helps in determining break-even points, setting pr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Methods of Inventory valuation ?
  • Ans. 

    Inventory valuation methods include FIFO, LIFO, weighted average, and specific identification.

    • FIFO (First In, First Out) - assumes that the oldest inventory items are sold first

    • LIFO (Last In, First Out) - assumes that the newest inventory items are sold first

    • Weighted Average - calculates the average cost of inventory items based on their total cost and total units

    • Specific Identification - assigns the actual cost of eac...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is Process costing ?
  • Ans. 

    Process costing is a method of costing used to determine the cost of producing a product in a continuous production process.

    • Process costing is used in industries where products are mass-produced on a continuous basis.

    • It involves averaging the costs of production over all units produced during a specific period.

    • Costs are allocated to each unit based on the average cost of production.

    • Examples include industries like food...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is Variance analysis and how do you calculate Material Usage variance?
  • Ans. 

    Variance analysis is a technique used to identify and analyze the difference between planned and actual performance.

    • Variance analysis helps in understanding the reasons for deviations from expected outcomes.

    • Material Usage variance is calculated by subtracting the actual quantity of materials used from the standard quantity, and then multiplying the result by the standard price per unit.

    • Formula: Material Usage Variance ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Most of the time Employer ask the questions from your resume about your working experience mainly from your current company profile in detail.
If you have left multiple companies than the reasons for Leaving.
About your current location and preferred location
Current CTC and Expected CTC
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 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 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Relavant to your work experience
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Upon your working experience
  • Q2. Something relevant to your cv
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Dec 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Cost center, Revenue recognition, inventory valuation

Schneider Electric Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Schneider Electric Category Manager interview?
Schneider Electric interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Schneider Electric interview process are HR.
How to prepare for Schneider Electric Category Manager 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 Schneider Electric. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Schneider Electric expect are Category Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Analytical skills and Business Case.

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