Penske Automotive Group Sales Associate Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Penske Automotive Group.
Penske Automotive Group
Sales Associate
Entry Difficult Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was long, with a background check that felt more extensive than typical for entry-level roles. They seem to hire recent grads but are hesitant to hire people with prior sales experience. I was hired initially but then rejected because I took time off work to go to school.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about all your work history for the last 10 years.
Penske Automotive Group
Sales Associate
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
I met with the General Manager and the Sales Manager. We talked about the car business and my previous experience. The Sales Manager was curious about how I interact with people and if I'm outgoing. They also asked me why I'm interested in selling cars.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- What is your understanding of the automotive sales industry?
- Can you describe your experience interacting with people?
- Would you consider yourself to be a people person?
Penske Automotive Group
Sales Associate
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Panel Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Case Presentation
I had a long interview, about 2 hours, and then another one later. They asked about my past work experience and how it relates to this role. We talked about potential scenarios, my qualifications, sales strategies I've used, and why I'd be a good fit.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- How would you handle a customer?
- Can you describe your previous work experience and how it relates to this position?
- What scenarios do you anticipate encountering in this role?
Penske Automotive Group Sales Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Penske Automotive Group interview reports.
“What is your understanding of the automotive sales industry?”
Read reports →“Are you okay with a background check?”
Read reports →“Would you consider yourself to be a people person?”
Read reports →“What motivates your interest in pursuing a career in automotive sales?”
Read reports →“What methods do you employ to achieve sales?”
Read report →“Tell me about all your work history for the last 10 years.”
Read report →“How would you handle a customer?”
Read report →“What makes you a strong candidate for this opportunity?”
Read report →“Can you describe your experience interacting with people?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 Penske Automotive Group interview reports.