Covidien Sales Representative Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Covidien.
Covidien
Sales Representative
Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 7 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Technical
It was a long process, taking several weeks. It involved two to three in-person interviews, plus online surveys and questionnaires. The Regional Manager asked me to complete a special project where I had to sell one of the division's products. Finally, they flew me to corporate for final interviews with HR, the VP of Sales, the GM, the VP of Marketing, and a Trainer. Then there was a background check before an offer.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What are three words your best friend would use to describe you?
Covidien
Sales Representative
Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
So I interviewed for a medical device sales rep role in the SE United States and it was a super thorough process. I had four interviews in total, so I basically made it to the final round. The questions were really detailed and almost all behavioral. I applied to a few different medical device and pharma sales jobs, and Covidien's interview process was definitely the most professional. They gave me specific feedback on how I could improve when I didn't get the offer, which was cool. Basically, be ready for multiple interview rounds and lots of behavioral questions. They really seemed focused on finding the right person rather than just filling the spot quickly, so bring your best effort.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you share an instance where you experienced failure and describe how you handled it?
- I'd like you to sell me this pen.
Covidien
Sales Representative
Mid Easy Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
First they asked some basic questions, went over my resume and my past experience. There were some behavioral questions and some job specific ones, like asking about who I currently call on and what relationships I have. They really stressed cold calling and asked for specific examples of my experience hunting for new business. It's important to have the experience listed, as they weren't looking for transferable skills.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you describe your relationships with local specialists?
- Who are your current clients?
- What kind of professional relationships do you have?
Covidien Sales Representative Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Covidien interview reports.
“What are three words your best friend would use to describe you?”
Read reports →“Describe a time a doctor said no to you.”
Read reports →“Who are your current clients?”
Read reports →“Can you describe your relationships with local specialists?”
Read reports →“What are some basic behavioral, background, and informational (BBI) questions you can think of?”
Read report →“What kind of professional relationships do you have?”
Read report →“Can you give an example of when you were a self-starter?”
Read report →“Tell me about your experience with cold calling and new business development.”
Read report →“Tell me about a challenging experience with a customer.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Covidien interview reports.