Product/Transaction Specialist Sales Rep:

What’s the most accurate predictor of a new Product/Transaction Specialist Rep candidate’s job potential? Many people think it’s an interview, one where they “get a read” on the recruit’s likelihood to fit into their organization.

Nothing could be further from the truth. The typical job interview – while the most widely used selection tool – is also one of the least successful in predicting outcomes. In most studies, interviews rank 5th in predicting performance, particularly with sales rep candidates like Product/Transaction Specialist Reps.

Used correctly, however, as part of a disciplined selection approach, an interview can be very telling. The first issue is FOCUS . . . make sure your interviews are guided by the success profile you’ve chosen for your sales rep position.

Product/Transaction Specialist Sales Rep:

  • Perseverance
  • Maximizes sales results through new business opportunities
  • Qualifies prospects with swift assessment of interest level
  • Closes through emotional appeal
  • Takes initiative to advance personal goals

Next, use a classic “coning approach” with questions to obtain the information needed to assess the candidate against specific profile elements. After the interview, individual assessment scores can be summarized, and a determination made as to how to move forward with your Product/Transaction Specialist Rep candidate.

View Skill 1 Interview questions below. This illustrates how the Product/Transaction Specialist Rep interview focuses on just one of the critical factors of the job. To request the complete Interview Guide, click on the link below the preview.

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