I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Phenomenex (Torrance, CA) in Jul 2013
Interview
Interview was situation based and conversational. There were different types of personalities for the interviewers -- some nice, some aggressive, some challenging. It is important to stay true to yourself and answer honestly. Also, understand what it means to be in sales, expectations, and why you want to do sales. Did not need to know much laboratory/science.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What did you learn about yourself during career so far, How would you prepare yourself differently for the interview.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Phenomenex (Torrance, CA) in Feb 2024
Interview
Initially, Danaher talent acquisition specialist reached out for screening. Next, they scheduled virtual interviews with Phenomenex sales managers and HR reps for intro's, qualification discussions, and role responsibilities. Danaher talent specialist followed soon after with updates on the hiring process. Overall, it was a pleasant experience with cordial personnel.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
-Why sales?
-What steps would you take to acquire new customers and/or build relationships with potential customers?
-How familiar are you with CRM software? With our products?
Straight forward and quick interviewing process with great training for first time sales people once hired. Their Sales Management team is great at getting competency and work out of their workers. And lots of fun events.
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Phenomenex (Aschaffenburg) in Jan 2020
Interview
The Interview happened on-site in Aschaffenburg. 1st part was an initial chat with HR, after that a chat with the responsible Manager & final specimen piece together with an employee (call existing customers).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q:Which chromatographic methods and techniques are you most familiar with?