Planner Interview Questions

Truthfully don't try and pull the wool over peoples eyes. Mangers can see through it. Be enthusiastic and truly have a passion for the role other wise don't apply. IQ will only get you so far you must posses social and behavioral skills as well (common knowledge).

Explained a scenario and typical day and how I used my particular technical knowledge day to day

Ensure you understand the products or services being sold first by asking the interviewer questions. This is to demonstrate you establish facts first . Typically it’ll be volumes or margin. Compare to historic trend or seasonal aspects of not convinced ask business for information as it could be initiatives driven.

Googled it.

This company is for old and conservative working environment, no place for young and ambitious mind. There is no enthusiasm; no one coming in with smiles on their faces and no one ever says “I love working here.”

I would first sit down with the section manager to understand the internal acquisitions process, budget constraints, and any limiting factors on potential properties. I would then research area demographics with a view to determining suitable areas and determine land costs in these areas. I would then research suitable properties within the area and approach owners with a view to making an offer to purchase their land.

I described a scenario and used the STAR format to answer the same.