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SREI Strategic Relationship Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 11 May 2018

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Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Clients I manage, kind of deals we do, ticket size of client, knowledge of infrastructure industry, lease product understanding, contacts in companies, way of dressing and presentation ....here I was inter...
  • Q2. I was interviewed by Zonal head...same line of question as above
  • Q3. I was interviewed by Business head from Kolkatta...questions were same as above
  • Q4. Compensation expectation

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Large corporate sales

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I appeared for an interview in Dec 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

13 Questions

  • Q1. Apart from your Resume tell me about your self ?
  • Ans. 

    Experienced sales professional with a proven track record of exceeding targets and building strong client relationships.

    • Over 5 years of sales experience in the consumer goods industry

    • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by 20% each quarter

    • Built and maintained strong relationships with key clients such as Walmart and Target

    • Led a team of sales representatives to increase market share by 15% in one year

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Elaborate on few points that you have mentioned in your Resume?
  • Ans. 

    I have mentioned my experience in leading sales teams, developing strategies, and exceeding sales targets.

    • Led a team of 10 sales representatives to achieve a 20% increase in sales revenue within one year

    • Developed and implemented a new sales strategy that resulted in a 30% growth in market share

    • Consistently exceeded sales targets by 15% through effective sales planning and execution

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Tell me about your Summer Internship and your role ?
  • Ans. 

    I interned at a marketing firm where I assisted the sales team in developing strategies and analyzing market trends.

    • Assisted sales team in developing marketing strategies

    • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities

    • Participated in client meetings to understand their needs and preferences

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why do you think SBI cards is a good place to work for ?
  • Ans. 

    SBI Cards is a good place to work for due to its strong brand reputation, growth opportunities, and employee-friendly policies.

    • Strong brand reputation in the financial industry

    • Opportunities for career growth and advancement

    • Employee-friendly policies and benefits

    • Supportive work environment and team collaboration

    • Commitment to innovation and technology-driven solutions

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell me about your last job and your role?
  • Ans. 

    I was responsible for managing a team of sales representatives and achieving sales targets in my assigned territory.

    • Managed a team of sales representatives

    • Set and achieved sales targets in assigned territory

    • Developed and implemented sales strategies

    • Provided training and support to team members

    • Maintained relationships with key clients

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Reasons for quitting the last company ?
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities.

    • Desire for career advancement

    • Limited growth opportunities in previous company

    • Seeking new challenges and responsibilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What if your previous company offered you the same job role and package , which one will you prefer ?
  • Q8. Do a survey and plan a way on "how to retain customer for SBI cards" ?
  • Ans. 

    To retain customers for SBI cards, conduct a survey to understand their needs and preferences, offer personalized rewards and benefits, provide excellent customer service, and continuously engage with customers through targeted marketing campaigns.

    • Conduct a survey to gather feedback and understand customer needs

    • Offer personalized rewards and benefits based on customer spending patterns

    • Provide excellent customer service...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Whats your favorite subject and why?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subject is psychology because I am fascinated by the human mind and behavior.

    • I enjoy learning about different psychological theories and concepts

    • I find it interesting to analyze human behavior and understand the reasons behind it

    • I am intrigued by the impact of mental health on individuals and society

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. 4 P's of marketing and which one is the most important and why?
  • Ans. 

    The 4 P's of marketing are Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. The most important P depends on the specific context and goals of the business.

    • Product: Refers to the goods or services being offered by a company. It includes the features, quality, design, and packaging.

    • Price: Refers to the amount customers are willing to pay for the product. It should be set in a way that covers costs and generates profit.

    • Place: Refers...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. 4 C's of marketing and apply this and describe how SBI works?
  • Q12. Tell me about your leadership skills?
  • Ans. 

    I have strong leadership skills demonstrated through my ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve goals.

    • I have experience in leading teams in previous roles

    • I am able to communicate effectively and provide clear direction

    • I am skilled at problem-solving and conflict resolution

    • I prioritize team development and mentorship

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Are you okay with the Job location?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am okay with the job location as it is convenient for me.

    • I have no issues with the job location

    • I am familiar with the area and have no problem commuting

    • The job location is convenient for me

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: SBI cards visited our campus at the end of December 2016, peoples selected were already holding 1 or more years of experience in different industries. 30 students were selected for the further process of recruitment.
Tips: Peoples who usually drop for preparation its better if they can do SIP(work from home) or some training programs.

Round: Company Briefing
Experience: 3 Recruiters from SBI cards visited our campus, before starting the process they made sure that the candidates are well aware of SBI cards, its achievements, milestones and the Job role that they would be hired for.
For doing so one of the manager played a ppt giving a brief information and all the other details.
This lasted for an hour after which the process started.

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: The interviews was very stressful and each interview lasted for an hour, the recruiters were very particular in selected the best candidates suitable for the job role.
Their question were based on your experienced your contribution and your depth knowledge about sales, marketing and distribution.
They were looking for candidates with better soft skill, more extrovert and detail oriented students.
Tips: You need to be well groomed and have a good hygiene
Depth knowledge about Sales, Marketing and SDM.
Proficiency in English and practice your soft skills.
Learn more about the job role and make changes in your resume.

Skills: Your Depth In Subject, Attitude, Graph Theory, Proficiency In English, Ability To Cope Up With Stress

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How would you develop business in an area when you are asked to start from scratch in every aspects of sales?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is an organisation that looks out for people who can develop business from the scratch if required. Team building and development skills are a must.you have to be prepared for unexpected challenges every day.you are the sole person responsible for the area you are assigned.
Don't expect a structured approach as business demands people to perform under any situation

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2019. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. As mentioned below

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Total 3 rounds of interview:
1. HR round - mainly on reason for leaving current job, about relevant experience, communication and package expectation.
2. Operation round 1 - communication, confidence, profile matching v/s JD, xfactor to hire you from other people who have applied.
3. Operation round 2 - projects handled, MS Office suite expertise, stake holder management, flexibility in shifts & maturity level.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before May 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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Whats your family background
  • Q2. Tell me about your experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Your area sales manager takes you for an interview in which he doesn't ask you much, BS asks about your family background and previos for work

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 2 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. Actually what are ur profile in that ur present job questions asked
  • Q2. How to handle the team

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good company You have drive the business with your Team
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jan 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 tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. GRC experience and work experience in the domain?
  • Q2. Previous projects and cloud experience?
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Experience in GRC domain
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in the GRC domain.

    • I have worked on implementing GRC frameworks for various clients.

    • I have conducted risk assessments and developed risk management plans.

    • I have experience in compliance management and regulatory requirements.

    • I have worked on developing policies and procedures for information security.

    • I have conducted audits and provided recommendations for improvement.

    • I have experience in imp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Risk management and TPRM Experience, if any
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have extensive experience in risk management and TPRM.

    • I have developed and implemented risk management frameworks for various organizations.

    • I have conducted risk assessments and identified potential risks and vulnerabilities.

    • I have experience in third-party risk management and have worked with vendors to ensure compliance with security standards.

    • I have also developed and implemented incident response plans to mi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Cloud audit and risk experience?
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why SBI Card and reason for change?
  • Ans. 

    SBI Card is a leading player in the credit card industry with a strong brand reputation and growth potential.

    • SBI Card has a proven track record of success and growth in the credit card industry

    • The company has a strong brand reputation and is well-respected in the market

    • There is significant potential for further growth and expansion in the industry

    • I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the continued success

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for SBI Cards & Payment Services Senior Manager interview:
  • Vendor Risk
  • Vendor Management
  • Cloud Risk
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be natural and stay calm during the stages of discussion. Stay optimistic at all times and they are friendly and experienced people in the discussion.

No surprises. Expect indian-ness in the discussion and a little different from international audit and BFSI sector organisation’s discussions.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There were 7 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is the most challenging situation you have ever faced at work ?
  • Ans. There can be multiple answers to this question as per experience in my case since the requirement was for technical resource so I was honest and told them about one of the very high level(MD&CEO) escalation issue. I elaborated about the situation, high level people involved and the role I played in temporary handling the issue on behalf of my Customer & my Company when there was no one ready to answer. I took the lead ...
  • Answered by Ankit Shankhwar
  • Q2. Have you ever got in an argument with someone from customer or any senior/junior personnel if Yes How did you managed it ?
  • Ans. Since my role was Customer facing and as single point of contact. I got an invite for discussion on an old pending issue. The issue was known to me and I had already followed up on it multiple times with responsible team and even with the customer, but we all know customer is customer and in my case one AVP(Sir) I still respect him alot was not ready to listen a single word from me and applying SLA penalty on project s...
  • Answered by Ankit Shankhwar

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest and confident these are the keys even if you are not able to answer the question.

Tell them answers from your work-life experiences and what you have learned from it. I bet you will 100% going to crack any interview.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 7 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. There were multiple rounds in MS 1) hacker rank round.2)two to three technical rounds so prepare well your technical skills, good communication, confidence needed, solid in programming, good overall attit...
  • Q2. 3) one behaviour round too

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was good experience with MS

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Lead Generation
  • Q2. Field sales

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good company sales best HR

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