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Question 4 of 40 for our Pharmaceutical Sales Mock Interview

Pharmaceutical Sales was updated by on November 28th, 2023. Learn more here.

Question 4 of 40

If I were to contact them today, how would your current manager describe you?

"I've had a great working relationship for the last six years working under my current manager. If you were to reach out to her, she wouldn't hesitate to say that I'm a go-getter who can handle any obstacles that get thrown my way during the work week. She knows that I can be her go-to when important things come up with a big client and I'm always happy to shift my priorities when called upon to do so. She'd also comment on my ability to be a great teammate to my colleagues and mentor to new hires who join our team. Prior to this interview, I informed my manager that I was interviewing and she is very supportive of my future in pharmaceutical sales."

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How to Answer: If I were to contact them today, how would your current manager describe you?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Pharmaceutical Sales job interview.

  • 4. If I were to contact them today, how would your current manager describe you?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Since you will be working with high-profile providers and a dynamic team as a pharmaceutical sales rep, you'll notice that a common theme during your interview will be getting at the personality and values you will bring to the team you are interviewing with. As your future manager, your interviewer will also want to get a good feel for what type of employee you will be working with.

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      How to Answer

      As you answer this question, you'll want to speak from the perspective that shows you can be a great follower as a pharmaceutical sales rep. Any examples you have of feedback you've received on your ability to take direction and run with it will be helpful here. Additionally, any formal feedback you've received on performance reviews in the past from your current manager that proves your skills and abilities in this role will also be great to talk about. If you can, don't hesitate to share a story with the interviewer where your supervisor appreciated that you could prioritize tasks and manage your responsibilities daily.

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      Answer Example

      "I've had a great working relationship for the last six years working under my current manager. If you were to reach out to her, she wouldn't hesitate to say that I'm a go-getter who can handle any obstacles that get thrown my way during the work week. She knows that I can be her go-to when important things come up with a big client and I'm always happy to shift my priorities when called upon to do so. She'd also comment on my ability to be a great teammate to my colleagues and mentor to new hires who join our team. Prior to this interview, I informed my manager that I was interviewing and she is very supportive of my future in pharmaceutical sales."

      Written by Samantha Brown on November 28th, 2023

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I have been told that I am a quick learner who plays well with others. She would describe me as reliable and trustworthy."

      Amanda's Feedback

      These are excellent qualities! Give your answer more punch by elaborating on why your boss would describe you in these terms.

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