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Snapdeal Associate Category Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 8 Sep 2023

Snapdeal Associate Category Manager Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics - about yourself, your career trajectory, work experience, some situation based questions
Round 3 - Assignment 

Case Study involving Category insights and other marketplaces like AZ, FK etc

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2018. There were 2 interview rounds.

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: I like to advice the candidates going for interview be confident and prepare your work profile n interview questions well.
Also for me what works best is just be yourself
Skills: Communication, Body Language
Duration: 1-4 weeks

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

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in May 2024.

Round 1 - Case Study 

3 rounds each based on case studies around e-commerce and previous work experience.

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The test consists of 60 questions to be answered in 50 minutes, primarily focusing on basic aptitude, and does not require any preparation.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview with senior manager a single guesstimate and few questions around resume
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview with AVP also a single guesstimate and few questions around resume and previous experience
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview with VP/business lead a quick intro and a simple case study and culture fit kinda round

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you consider yourself to be a diligent yet hardworking individual with minimal operational experience, you can easily crack it.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Category Manager with a background in retail and strong analytical skills.

    • Over 5 years of experience in category management

    • Skilled in data analysis and market research

    • Proven track record of increasing sales and profitability

    • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

    • Previously managed categories such as electronics and home goods

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How will you improve stock availability?
  • Ans. 

    I will improve stock availability by implementing demand forecasting, optimizing inventory levels, and strengthening supplier relationships.

    • Implement demand forecasting to accurately predict future stock needs

    • Optimize inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts

    • Strengthen supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and reduce lead times

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell about your company process
  • Ans. 

    Our company process involves thorough market research, strategic planning, supplier negotiations, and continuous performance analysis.

    • Market research is conducted to identify trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies.

    • Strategic planning involves setting goals, developing action plans, and allocating resources effectively.

    • Supplier negotiations are crucial for securing favorable terms, pricing, and quality s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Ninja Kart's interview process was a disappointing and unprofessional experience, where they deceived me by conducting multiple rounds without any intention of filling the position, wasted my valuable time, and instead, exploited the opportunity to gather sensitive information about their competitors, all while refusing to share the job description until the very end. In this Mr. Vignesh will conduct interview from CEO office he is a biggest froud.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your roles as a category associate?
  • Ans. 

    Roles of a category associate include analyzing market trends, managing product assortment, developing pricing strategies, and collaborating with suppliers.

    • Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for growth

    • Manage product assortment by selecting the right mix of products for the category

    • Develop pricing strategies to maximize sales and profitability

    • Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms and ensure product ...

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How would you track company p&l
  • Ans. 

    Tracking company P&L involves monitoring revenues, expenses, and profits to assess financial performance.

    • Regularly review financial statements such as income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement

    • Analyze variances between budgeted and actual results

    • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to revenue, expenses, and profitability

    • Use accounting software to track transactions and generate reports

    • Conduct

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Puzzles were asked, geeks for geeks puzzle
  • Q2. Case study quetions were asked
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Regarding the analytical test

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

To know the reason any hurdles to come to join the positions

Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. How to manage the Scrap sale out
  • Ans. 

    To manage scrap sale out, track inventory, set up a system for categorizing scrap, establish relationships with buyers, and regularly review and adjust pricing.

    • Track inventory of scrap materials to ensure accurate records

    • Set up a system for categorizing different types of scrap for easier sale

    • Establish relationships with buyers who purchase scrap materials

    • Regularly review and adjust pricing based on market trends and d...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to manage the obsolete inventory
  • Ans. 

    To manage obsolete inventory, conduct regular inventory audits, identify slow-moving items, offer discounts or promotions, and consider liquidation or donation options.

    • Conduct regular inventory audits to identify obsolete items

    • Identify slow-moving items and consider offering discounts or promotions to sell them

    • Consider liquidation or donation options for items that cannot be sold

    • Implement a system to track inventory tu

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to manage the contractors Inventory
  • Ans. 

    Manage contractors inventory by implementing efficient tracking systems and regular audits.

    • Implement a robust inventory management system to track all items in stock.

    • Conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy of inventory levels and identify any discrepancies.

    • Establish clear communication channels with contractors to coordinate inventory needs and updates.

    • Utilize technology such as barcode scanners or inventory manageme...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to manage the team disconnection and dissatisfaction if arise

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They have to tabulate and describe the work roles and responsibility gradually and their achievements as well in conjugate of working and out come.

Any Specific achievement and Work target through achieving process followed.

Snapdeal Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Snapdeal Associate Category Manager interview?
Snapdeal interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Snapdeal interview process are Resume Shortlist, One-on-one Round and Assignment.

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₹5.8 L/yr - ₹17.6 L/yr
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