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TPG Wholesale Category Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 21 Jun 2021

TPG Wholesale Category Manager Interview Experiences

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I was interviewed before Jun 2020.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Margin structure of FMCg
  • Ans. 

    FMCG margins vary depending on the product category and distribution channel.

    • Margins are typically higher for premium products

    • Margins are lower for products sold through discount retailers

    • Margins for FMCG products are generally lower than other industries

    • Manufacturers may offer incentives to retailers to increase margins

    • Private label products typically have lower margins than branded products

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Depends on category

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are the challenges faced in the past and how did you over come them ?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Examples to showcase application of leadership princiy
  • Ans. 

    I have demonstrated leadership principles through leading cross-functional teams, setting strategic direction, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

    • Led a cross-functional team to successfully launch a new product line, resulting in a 20% increase in sales

    • Set strategic direction for category growth by analyzing market trends and consumer behavior

    • Fostered a collaborative work environment by promoting open commu

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. General questions about what you feel about the app
  • Q3. Motivation towards applying for the role
  • Ans. 

    I am motivated to apply for the role of Category Manager because of my passion for strategic planning and driving business growth.

    • Passion for strategic planning and analysis

    • Experience in driving business growth through effective category management

    • Desire to contribute to the success of the company by optimizing product assortment and pricing strategies

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read leadership principles thoroughly.
Relate these LPs to your past job experiences.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Not quite comprehensible.

Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Conceptual blockage
  • Q2. Architechtural concept.
  • Ans. 

    An architectural concept refers to the fundamental ideas and principles that guide the design and construction of a building or structure.

    • Architectural concepts provide a framework for the overall design and functionality of a building.

    • They often include considerations such as aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and cultural context.

    • Examples of architectural concepts include minimalism, organic architecture, and...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Writing reviews .

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep it up.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are the challenges faced in the past and how did you over come them ?

Category Manager Interview Questions & Answers

Amazon user image Swapnil Kumar Singh

posted on 25 Apr 2023

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

I applied via campus placement at Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow and was interviewed before Apr 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Amazon leadership principles based psychometric test

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How would you handle Twitter customer escalation?
  • Ans. 

    I would promptly respond to the customer's concern and try to resolve the issue through direct messaging or by providing contact information for further assistance.

    • Acknowledge the customer's concern and apologize for any inconvenience.

    • Ask for more details about the issue and try to understand the root cause.

    • Provide a solution or escalate the issue to the appropriate team if necessary.

    • Follow up with the customer to ensu...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Pne instance when you stood up to your superior.
  • Ans. 

    I once stood up to my superior when I disagreed with their decision to cut corners on product quality.

    • My superior wanted to use cheaper materials to save costs, but I knew it would compromise the quality of the product.

    • I presented my concerns and provided evidence to support my argument.

    • We had a productive discussion and ultimately decided to stick with the higher quality materials.

    • My superior appreciated my input and

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Not quite comprehensible.

Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Conceptual blockage
  • Q2. Architechtural concept.
  • Ans. 

    An architectural concept refers to the fundamental ideas and principles that guide the design and construction of a building or structure.

    • Architectural concepts provide a framework for the overall design and functionality of a building.

    • They often include considerations such as aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and cultural context.

    • Examples of architectural concepts include minimalism, organic architecture, and...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Writing reviews .

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep it up.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based on resume
Round 2 - Panel interview 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me of a time you made a decision with limited data
Round 3 - Bar raiser 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me of a risk you took which failed

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Questions are behavior based assessing the candidate on leadership principles. Use the STAR method to structure answers
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question on what was my most significant project that I have worked on?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Examples to showcase application of leadership princiy
  • Ans. 

    I have demonstrated leadership principles through leading cross-functional teams, setting strategic direction, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

    • Led a cross-functional team to successfully launch a new product line, resulting in a 20% increase in sales

    • Set strategic direction for category growth by analyzing market trends and consumer behavior

    • Fostered a collaborative work environment by promoting open commu

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. General questions about what you feel about the app
  • Q3. Motivation towards applying for the role
  • Ans. 

    I am motivated to apply for the role of Category Manager because of my passion for strategic planning and driving business growth.

    • Passion for strategic planning and analysis

    • Experience in driving business growth through effective category management

    • Desire to contribute to the success of the company by optimizing product assortment and pricing strategies

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read leadership principles thoroughly.
Relate these LPs to your past job experiences.

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