This position will require you to effectively work with other departments and their managers. Tell me about a time when you have had to interact with employees from different departments and how it went.
The interviewer is looking for whether you can be a true team player by gauging how well you work with other departments. When answering this question, focus on times when you communicated with another department and how you could work together to finish a task. Be positive about your willingness to contribute to the success of the project.
"In my previous job, I often had to work with the accounting department to ensure that all our parts were being billed correctly. We held daily meetings where we reviewed the previous day's sales and corrected any errors. I appreciated those meetings because they helped me grow as a parts person and fostered a good relationship with the rest of the team. I look forward to bring that same attitude of positive exchange to BMW."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
Speaking with other departments can be a good thing for improving some things, you may be speaking with someone who is very innovative as well but in his/her own way which could help to give me tips for my department.
Jaymie's Feedback
If you have work experience, try to give a specific example to showcase your abilities. If you don't have experience working with other departments, it's perfect to share your response and focus on how you would use your communication and collaboration skills to promote teamwork across different departments.
