What do you feel that Fonterra will be able to offer you that your current company cannot?
If you are currently employed and looking to make a mid to late career move, the team at Fonterra will look to investigate your reasons for applying there. In the end, they want to hear that you are motivated by coming to work for a motivated dairy co-operative and are intrigued by the purpose, values, and principles of their organization.
"My current employer is a small family-owned business, and I have really grown as far as I can within the company. As I began a career search and talked to some people, Fonterra's empowering atmosphere and commitment to training and helping your staff grow appealed so much to me."
"Unfortunately, recent downturns of the products we manufacture in my current role have drastically reduced my hours. I'm looking for a tight-knit, family-based atmosphere where I can spend the rest of my career as an electrician making products that impact the lives of many people. Fonterra is a company that is committed to the greater good and I would be driven each and every day to help live your purpose and values."
As you answer this question, it is vital that you remain focused on the reasons why you want to work for Fonterra. If you spend any time talking negatively about your current employer, that may raise some serious red flags with your interviewer. Make sure that you mention both some of the duties you will be performing at Fonterra and their business values that speak to you personally in your answer.
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
I have learned many things from my past job working at _______ and currently working in retail. I'm grateful for the opportunity to be able to interact with customers after a long time. I am confident in the opportunities and possible pathways Fonterra can open up to me, I believe being here can bring forth my potential.
Chad's Feedback
Good job! You do well to avoid speaking negatively about your current employer, however, your motivation for seeking new employment is not clear. To strengthen your response, discuss the reason(s) you are seeking to move on.
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