The Container Store Sales Representative Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 44 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at The Container Store.
The Container Store
Sales
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Recruiter call
Interview formats
Group Behavioral
I applied online and was called in for a group interview. We all had to introduce ourselves and state our reasons for wanting to join CS. There were 20 candidates, and I was the 17th, so I had to think hard to say something unique. After watching some videos, it turned into a free-for-all where we had to discuss what we learned from them, though they were mostly just motivational and didn't offer much substance. I didn't jump in to express my enthusiasm, which seemed to work against me. Many others mentioned being very excited and talked about their neatness. I wasn't a fan of the format, especially when they mentioned having 45 part-time staff and only one opening in September, with 20 of us present. It felt like a bit of a waste of time.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What insights did you gain from the video presentation?
The Container Store
Sales
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Group Presentation
Applied online for a grand opening position. Got an email to schedule a group interview. We were asked to bring in a picture of a product that would help us organize an area in our home (be creative with this part). There were 3 other people in the group interview with 3 company employees. They read from a packet about the company, showed us videos and had us respond to them. The interview lasted about an hour. I got called back the same day to schedule an one on one interview.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Please bring a picture of a product that would help you organize a space in your home. Be creative!
- How did you respond to the company videos presented?
The Container Store
Sales
Entry Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Group Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Group Presentation
The interview process included a phone interview, a group interview, and a personal interview. I really liked the process because it let you show yourself in different situations. The group interview was interesting to see how people responded to a question. I think this is a great method for hiring managers because it gives a real look at how people interact with strangers. If you can't be pleasant in a group interview, how will you act with a customer one-on-one?
Confirmed questions1 question
- Choose a product you like from the store and tell me the reasons why.
The Container Store Sales Representative Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from The Container Store interview reports.
“Apart from this box, what other needs do I have?”
Read reports →“What do you know about the Container Store?”
Read reports →“Can you express your excitement for this specific store, even though you've never been here before?”
Read reports →“Do you have that "Air of Excitement"?”
Read reports →“What's a good personality trait of yours?”
Read report →“Can you present a space you would redesign, complete with pictures?”
Read report →“What aspects of the video presentation did you find appealing?”
Read report →“What insights did you gain from the video presentation?”
Read report →“What are your thoughts on completing 32 hours of training initially?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 44 The Container Store interview reports.