Staples Business Advantage Interview Questions
& Process
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Staples Business Advantage.
Staples Business Advantage
Commercial Sales Consultant
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was lengthy, taking over a month to get through two interviews. It seemed to drag on, and they took their time with providing information about next steps. I was cut after the second interview.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What motivates you to want to join this company?
Staples Business Advantage
Customer Support Representative
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Other
The interview process was straightforward, with standard competency questions. Two interviewers conducted the interview, which lasted about an hour. Afterward, there was a quick tour of the building and its surroundings. A brief role-play exercise followed, which included writing a similar role-play scenario or an email.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance where you exhibited a particular skill or competency?
Staples Business Advantage
Account Manager
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was a good experience, it included a couple of phone screenings and an in-person interview. It was an informed process. I think the process may vary depending on position and location.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you tell me about your previous work experience?
- Walk me through your sales-related experience.
- Describe your understanding and experience of the sales cycle and process.
Staples Business Advantage
Sales Consultant
Mid Average Neutral experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Presentation Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I went through a 3-step interview process. First, I had a recruiter call and an online video interview, which they used to decide on next steps. If I passed that, a second interview was set up with the Area Manager. The final interview was with the Regional Manager.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you believe you're suited for this role?
Staples Business Advantage Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Staples Business Advantage interview reports.
“Can you tell me how you would sell this pen?”
Read reports →“In a few years, where do you envision yourself being?”
Read reports →“Are you experienced with handling a voice pick scanner?”
Read reports →“How would you go about extracting data and then transforming it into a viable business solution?”
Read reports →“Tell me about something you're passionate about. How would you sell it to me?”
Read report →“Describe your understanding and experience of the sales cycle and process.”
Read report →“Can you share an example of a time when...?”
Read report →“Tell me about your most challenging close.”
Read report →“What makes you the suitable candidate?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 15 Staples Business Advantage interview reports.