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South Indian Bank Sales Manager Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 3 Nov 2023

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posted on 3 Nov 2023

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2023. 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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. What's the current Target ?
  • Ans. 

    The current target is to increase sales by 20% compared to last quarter.

    • Current target is to increase sales by 20%

    • Target is compared to last quarter's performance

    • Focus on achieving specific sales goals and metrics

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the achievement numbers?
  • Q3. What are the various sourcing channel you look into?
  • Ans. 

    Various sourcing channels include job boards, social media, employee referrals, recruitment agencies, and networking events.

    • Job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn

    • Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

    • Employee referrals from current staff members

    • Recruitment agencies that specialize in sales roles

    • Networking events and industry conferences

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the lead to prospect ratio in each channel?
  • Ans. 

    Lead to prospect ratio varies by channel, typically ranging from 10:1 to 50:1.

    • Lead to prospect ratio in cold calling may be 20:1

    • Lead to prospect ratio in email marketing may be 10:1

    • Lead to prospect ratio in social media advertising may be 50:1

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What's the conversion rate you had?
  • Ans. 

    My conversion rate was 25%, meaning 1 out of every 4 leads resulted in a sale.

    • Conversion rate is calculated by dividing the number of successful conversions by the total number of leads and multiplying by 100.

    • For example, if I had 100 leads and 25 resulted in a sale, my conversion rate would be 25%.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Detail discussion about product and rate.
  • Q7. Scenario based questioning.
  • Q8. Tell me your sales pitch?
  • Ans. 

    My sales pitch focuses on highlighting the unique value proposition of our product, addressing customer pain points, and showcasing successful case studies.

    • Start by identifying the customer's needs and pain points

    • Highlight the unique features and benefits of our product that address those needs

    • Share success stories and case studies to demonstrate the effectiveness of our solution

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for South Indian Bank Sales Manager interview:
  • Target Achievement
  • Sales Planning
  • Lead Generation
  • Sourcing
  • Conversions
  • Product Knowledge
  • Industry Awareness
  • Sales Pitch
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared with work related questions only. No fibbling around with unnecessary questions. To the point question but answers should be real otherwise they will trap you in your own lie.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Normal Round well-known
  • Q2. Everyone acceptedNorms
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Package Related
  • Q2. Smoothly Functioning
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Subject Knowledge
  • Q2. Fantastic Recall

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Very Good
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About you're experience
  • Q2. Ensure roles and responsibility

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Required good performance and updation skills and ensure compliance
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to bring NTB corporate on-board in to the company.
  • Ans. 

    To bring NTB corporate on-board, establish clear communication channels, showcase benefits of collaboration, and address any concerns or objections.

    • Establish clear communication channels to facilitate smooth collaboration

    • Showcase the benefits of partnering with the company, such as increased market reach or access to new technologies

    • Address any concerns or objections NTB corporate may have, and provide solutions or rea...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to get good number of corporate leads from the market?
  • Ans. 

    To get good number of corporate leads from the market, focus on networking, targeted marketing, and providing value.

    • Build a strong network by attending industry events, joining relevant online communities, and connecting with potential leads on social media.

    • Create targeted marketing campaigns that speak directly to the pain points and needs of corporate clients.

    • Provide value through informative content, webinars, and w...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Assignment 

Internal exam of DBS in their website

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep gaining knowledge.all the best
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me About yourself
  • Q2. How do you handle angry customer
  • Q3. How do you increase business of the bank
  • Ans. 

    Increasing business for a bank involves implementing strategic marketing campaigns, improving customer service, expanding product offerings, and building strong relationships with clients.

    • Implement strategic marketing campaigns to attract new customers and retain existing ones

    • Improve customer service to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty

    • Expand product offerings to meet the diverse needs of customers

    • Build strong ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How your qualifications helps the organisation
  • Q5. Do you ready to work anywhere in India

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare about bank results
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Case Study 

Guesstimate on pre approved personal loan

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guesstimate on pre approved pl
  • Ans. 

    I would estimate the pre-approved PL based on historical data, market trends, and current economic conditions.

    • Consider the average pre-approved PL amounts from previous years

    • Analyze the current market trends and interest rates to predict potential PL amounts

    • Take into account the economic conditions and potential changes in lending policies

    • Consult with financial experts or analysts for more accurate estimations

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Gues on pre approved pl
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Cultural fitment round done
  • Q2. Cultural fitment round done over here
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How many experience. and how much sales officer working with you
  • Ans. 

    I have 8 years of experience as a Sales Manager and currently have a team of 10 sales officers working with me.

    • I have 8 years of experience as a Sales Manager

    • I currently have a team of 10 sales officers working with me

    • I have experience in managing and leading sales teams

    • I have a track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets

    • I have experience in developing and implementing sales strategies

    • I have experience in tra

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which branch you want.
  • Ans. 

    I am open to any branch that requires my skills and expertise.

    • I am willing to work in any branch that needs a sales manager.

    • I am adaptable and can work in any environment.

    • I am excited to learn about new products and services.

    • I am confident in my ability to lead a sales team to success.

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What was the Previous experience
  • Q2. Current role expertise
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Reasoning, apptitude test only

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic details in resume and experience
Round 4 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic experience details in resume. Customer base how much you worth in your area.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jul 2023. 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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About Branch Banking , Team and numbers
  • Q2. Why do you want to change

Interview Preparation Tips

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South Indian Bank interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the South Indian Bank interview process are Resume Shortlist and One-on-one Round.
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