thyssenkrupp Sales Representative Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 10 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at thyssenkrupp.
thyssenkrupp
Sales Trainee
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Group
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group
Applied in early 2019, initially heard nothing. After 2-3 months, they asked if I was interested in a sales trainee position. I was invited to a phone interview on short notice (unfortunately, they didn't say who would be on the call). Then, I was invited to an assessment center on short notice. Generally, they put a lot of effort and time into it, but there were a few points to criticize: No information on how to get there (important, as public transport is very difficult), information on travel expense reimbursement only upon request, no breaks during the 5-hour assessment (since I was the only applicant, this should have been expected). Conclusion: They put in effort and took time, but the HR manager asked unprofessional and too private questions. The location is a big disadvantage - that's why this trainee position was no longer an option for me.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What is your motivation for Thyssenkrupp?
- Why are you interested in a trainee position?
- How do you handle stressful situations?
thyssenkrupp
Outside Sales Representative
Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
I interviewed with the local sales manager in Alabama first. After that, I had a series of interviews at their facility in Richburg, SC. It felt like a gauntlet there – I met with the VP of Sales, the Plant Manager, the General Manager of Richburg, and the Purchasing Manager. The whole thing felt pretty laid back, but I knew everyone had to sign off. It took a few weeks after the interviews to get the written offer.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What prompted you to leave your prior roles?
thyssenkrupp
Outside Sales Representative
Entry Difficult Positive experience Decline offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation Group
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Group
Met on campus for an informal interview. Then traveled to Marietta, Georgia for three more interviews. These were very behavioral and informative. Afterward, I was invited back for a sales presentation and a role-play scenario where I had to act as a sales rep for ThyssenKrupp.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What is your motivation for pursuing a career in sales?
- Do you find enjoyment in tasks like working on your car and similar activities?
thyssenkrupp Sales Representative Interview Questions
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“What is your parents' occupation?”
Read reports →“Why did your father have to change jobs?”
Read reports →“Do you find enjoyment in tasks like working on your car and similar activities?”
Read reports →“What is your motivation for Thyssenkrupp?”
Read reports →“Tell me about your childhood.”
Read report →“What are your long-term life aspirations for the next 5-7 years?”
Read report →“What is your motivation for pursuing a career in sales?”
Read report →“How do you handle stressful situations?”
Read report →“What do you hope to gain from this position”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 thyssenkrupp interview reports.