Do you have any salary expectations for this role?
During my time supporting recruitment efforts, I've seen hiring managers propose the expected salary question to ensure that their top candidate would be willing to accept an offer from a financial perspective. If your interview with Kimberly-Clark has gone well, your interviewer might ask this question to ensure that you would consider an offer from them very seriously.
"I earn a base salary of 45,000 per year plus a potential 20% annual bonus. Last year, my earnings were 52,000, and I would need to stay in the same range or gain a slight increase to consider an opportunity here at Kimberly-Clark. While consistent with the market, I feel my skills and experience warrant a similar salary."
"I would like to earn slightly above where I am now. I am currently making 100,000 per year with two bonus opportunities. I am looking for compensation that is aligned with the role and provides an opportunity for growth. If that is out-of-range for this position, I hope we could discuss alternative benefits or a path to reach that salary goal in the coming years with Kimberly-Clark."
The best way to discuss your salary expectations is to use your current earnings as a baseline for an offer from Kimberly-Clark. But you must also do your homework on the job you are interviewing for before your interview. Even though they don't post their salaries on their job postings, you can search some salary websites to look at typical pay ranges and ensure that you match your experience to your expected salary.
"As a new graduate, I know I would likely be offered compensation at the low end of the pay range for this role at Kimberly-Clark, and I am fine with that. I would fully plan on proving my value in my initial years on the job."
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Anonymous Answer
I honestly looking to better my benefits. I currently make more than the starting pay of this job but I also do not have a pension or annuity. I have researched the benefits and pay of this job and they are excellent.
Marcie's Feedback
Great! You've done a good job of explaining what you're looking for without pigeonholing yourself by offering a specific salary number. If pressed, you could also offer a salary range or ask what they are looking to pay.
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