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Updated Dec 18, 2011 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Sales Manager at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Dec 18, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2011 in Philadelphia, PA (took 2 weeks)
They question you on everything from your first job to your current status and future goals. A great company with an interesting business model for the field sales teams. The Sales Managers all work together to be successful. They want motivated and hungry people who aren't afraid to work 70 hours a week during the 100 days of hell in busy season.
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Negotiation Details
I was able to negotiate tuition reimbursement immediately instead of a trial offer. The salary and bonus was a huge improvement so who was I to argue.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Presentation, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Lead Generator at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Oct 16, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2011 in Rochester, NY (took a day)
I applied online, received a phone call literally an hour after completion for a phone interview. I was then asked to come in for a 1:1 face interview. Company seemed legit until the spontaneous job offer was lended to me with no expierience. I accepted obviously because I was hurting for a job.
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Negotiation Details
Offered me $9 I demanded no less than $10 and received it
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Sales Merchandiser at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Jul 12, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2011 (took 1+ week)
The overall interview process was very efficient. I recieved an invite for a phone interview within 24 hours of submitting my resume. The phone interview is conducted by an outside company and only take about 20-30 minutes. This is followed by meeting with a manager who you will work directly with. This interview is pretty informal and stress free and can lead to a job offer on the spot. Be prepared to discuss salary if you condiser yourself a qualified candidate.
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Negotiation Details
If you are qualified try to get the top of the pay range. But if you can't keep in mind that you do get paid drive time which is paid per diem.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Lawn Service Tech at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Mar 20, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2011 in Monroeville, PA (took a day)
Was called in for interview, sat 1 on 1 with manager.. Was informed about the job essentials and then told i would here back if i was chosen for the position. interview was no longer than 5-10 mins.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Operations at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Jan 11, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2009 in Marysville, OH (took 1+ week)
A recruiter contacted me about the position. The job description wasn't very accurate since they were redefining the role. I was able to complete a phone interview with the manager the day after i stated i would be willing to interview with the company. The interview was relaxed and informative on both ends. The interviewer did not choose canned questions and instead dug into the details of my resume and current position. I heard back the next day that they wanted to set up on onsite interview. i already had plans that was going to take me out of town for a week and they were accommidating and scheduled the onsite interview for the following week. The interview was a panel interview with several managers from the various departments and 2 HR reps. I got a plant tour and a job offer the next day.
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Negotiation Details
I found that I didn't have to negotiate. I was given a range upfront, in which i would not have accepted the lower end, but the offer came in at the max rate. I would have felt comfortable nego. for it, if required.
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I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Business Analyst at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Dec 6, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2010 in Marysville, OH (took 4+ weeks)
HR Phone interview
Phone interview with leadership
1:1 interviews
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Manager at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Oct 21, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2010 in Cleveland, OH (took 1+ week)
Phone interview went well, mostly simple background questions. Second interview with Dist. Mgr and the person who previously held the open position (he was recently promoted). I thought the interview went very well, more in depth questions about work history, future plans, some situational questions but nothing drastic or uncomfortable. I thought it all went well but a "thanks, but no thanks"e-mail a few days later crushed my hopes. Too bad. Seemed like a nice place to work. Interviewers were very nice and professional without being stuffy. Company has good reputation for career advancement. I think they're after young employees who want to start climbing that corp ladder.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Internal Audit Intern at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Oct 8, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2009 in Columbus, OH (took 2 weeks)
Had initial 1 on 1 interview on campus that went well, fairly basic questions of Why do you want to work for Scotts? Where do you see yourself in ten years? and some behaviorals. Got selected for the second round of interviews which was at Scotts campus in Marysville. VERY nice place and all the people we're smiling which was nice. Had 2 panel discussions with people in the function I was applying for which went well and had a final meet and greet at a Columbus Blue Jackets game in their luxury box which was a nice touch and good way to get to know the people.
In the end I didn't get the offer as only one spot was available but I would have no problems applying or working for Scotts in the future if the situation arose.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Skills Test and a Background Check.
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Brand Manager Intern at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Aug 21, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2010 in Marysville, OH (took a day)
This was an MBA-level internship, so as far as that goes it was average. Very few case questions. Most questions were behavioral such as questions about leadership, initiative, and selling ideas to management. I was invited to a second round interview with 2 people at the same time. I was asked some questions about where I saw myself in 15 years, the company structure of previous employers, and other questions meant to "throw me off". They threw me off enough to not get an offer.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Merchandiser at Scotts Miracle-Gro
Posted Aug 13, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2009 (took 2 weeks)
Applied online, got invited to take a online questionnaire, at the end was further invited to a phone interview where you could choose a date/time to your liking (they call right on time btw).
Scotts sends out continous updates letting you know where you are in the interview process or if your still being considered as well as surveys to provide feedback on the interview process.
Phone interview was successful and met with Sales Manager for a in person interview with a store visit to demonstrate your merchandising sales experience. Got offered the job a week later.
Sales managers are very thorough in describing the job and expectations, despite the fact that they are selling fertilizer and grass seed, there is an entrepreneurial aspect in their culture and the values they believe in.
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Negotiation Details
There was opportunity to negotiate your hourly wage depending on your expereince and what you could bring to the table. I've heard that now Scotts tell you what your wage is with no negotiation.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Skills Test and a Background Check.
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