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Updated 20 Jan 2025

Volvo Purchase Associate Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your role and responsibilities in your current company?
  • Ans. 

    I am responsible for managing the procurement process, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.

    • Managing the procurement process from sourcing to delivery

    • Negotiating contracts and prices with suppliers

    • Ensuring timely delivery of goods

    • Maintaining relationships with vendors

    • Analyzing market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What has been the biggest challenge you have faced in your current role?
  • Ans. 

    The biggest challenge I have faced in my current role is managing multiple projects with tight deadlines.

    • Balancing priorities and deadlines for various projects

    • Handling unexpected issues or delays in the supply chain

    • Coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely delivery

    • Finding creative solutions to overcome obstacles

    • Maintaining accuracy and quality while working under pressure

  • Answered by AI

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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Brif your self
  • Q2. How u r suitable for this post
  • Q3. What you achieve in previous experience

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. What are the process required in any project?
  • Ans. 

    Processes required in any project include planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.

    • Planning involves defining project goals, scope, and resources.

    • Execution involves carrying out the plan and completing project tasks.

    • Monitoring involves tracking progress and making adjustments as needed.

    • Closing involves wrapping up the project and evaluating its success.

    • Examples of project processes include risk management, quality

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What points are to be checked in an invoice before it is processed?
  • Ans. 

    Points to check in an invoice before processing

    • Check for accuracy of billing information

    • Verify the amount charged and ensure it matches the agreed upon price

    • Ensure all necessary supporting documents are attached

    • Check for any discounts or promotions that may apply

    • Verify the payment terms and due date

    • Ensure the invoice is addressed to the correct recipient

    • Check for any errors or discrepancies

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Brief details about you and your family background?

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I replied with confidence whatever I learnt from previous experience.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why you are interested in Quality Department?

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Dear sir as I am quality officer as rectified to all type of relevent work
  • Q2. Problem solving report

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Department selection
  • Q2. Which is your best subject?
  • Q3. Manufacturing engineering
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The aptitude test was 100% based on basic information learn in diploma

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the properties of material
  • Ans. 

    Properties of materials include physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical characteristics.

    • Physical properties include color, density, melting point, and boiling point.

    • Chemical properties include reactivity, flammability, and corrosion resistance.

    • Mechanical properties include strength, hardness, elasticity, and ductility.

    • Thermal properties include conductivity, expansion coefficient, and specific heat capa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Iron carbon diagram explanation
  • Ans. 

    Iron carbon diagram shows the phases of iron and carbon at different temperatures.

    • Iron carbon diagram is a graphical representation of the phases of iron and carbon at different temperatures.

    • It shows the different phases such as austenite, ferrite, cementite, and pearlite.

    • The diagram helps in understanding the microstructure of steel and its properties.

    • It is used in metallurgy to determine the heat treatment processes ...

  • Answered by AI

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why you want to join Tata Motors?

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Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Software Used for procurement process
  • Ans. 

    Various software are used for procurement process such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement Cloud, etc.

    • SAP Ariba is a cloud-based procurement software that helps in automating procurement processes.

    • Coupa is a cloud-based procurement software that helps in managing procurement processes.

    • Oracle Procurement Cloud is a cloud-based procurement software that helps in managing procurement processes.

    • Other software used for ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SAP SRM,SAP CRM
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Part development manufacturing processes
  • Ans. PART Required drawing then should according to machine further process and finishing quality checking and packaging then dispatch process, validation - vehicle label Fitment trial.
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Volvo Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Volvo Purchase Associate interview?
Volvo interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Volvo interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Volvo Purchase Associate 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 Volvo. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Volvo expect are Purchase, Change Management, Construction Equipment, Continuous Improvement and Costing.

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