Fresh Female Sales Officer Interview Questions & Answers:

1. Why did you choose this field?

I like meeting new people and am good at persuading them. I always wanted a job that allowed me to meet people of different backgrounds on daily basis therefore a sales associate position sounded ideal for me.

2. Why are you leaving current job?

I have learnt a lot there, but I feel I need a bigger platform now to diversify my experience in the field.

3. Why should we hire you as Sales Girl?

(Mention the value you will add by joining)
I possess all skills and abilities your job advertisement states plus I have extensive experience in the retail and customer service arena.

4. What kind of work schedule do you expect?

I am generally okay with any work schedule and am willing to do extra shifts as and when needed.

5. Do you have experience facing a difficult client?

Once a lady came over when I was at Macy's cosmetics section. She asked for a skin product that could conceal dark spots. I guided her accurately based on her skin type. She came back after five days later with the product seal opened and bottle half used and claimed a refund. I handled her tactfully by explaining various seasonal factors affecting / resisting dark spot treatment. She ended up in buying a booster product to support the action of previous cream and left the store quite happy.

6. What makes you a great candidate for this job?

My exceptional interpersonal skills, convincing power, and ability to create effectual displays make me an ideal candidate for this job.

7. What is the ISO 9001?

It is an internationally accepted document that guidelines the quality policies for consumers and sellers.

8. Why did you choose to work in a retail environment?

I have been always fascinated by the buzz of a retail environment. There is so much that is going on and it is this busy bee nature of the work that drove me to choose retail as my choice of career. I enjoy working with people and I am good at endorsing products.

9. What is the best thing about retail sales profession?

For me, it's meeting new people every day. I like to meet new people and if I'm selling fashion products like this position requires me to, I love to discuss the detailed features and specifications of various cosmetics and skin products since I have deep rooted interest and ample knowledge regarding skin products

10. What initiatives do you take to retain clientele?

I am adept at practicing high quality PR able to keep a contacts book and send out greeting messages on Christmas and Easter to remain in contact. I also send out promotional messages when a new product is launched or to revive sales of an old product.