Merchandise Planner applicants have rated the interview process at Walmart with 2.9 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 71% positive. To compare, the company-average is 62.2% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Merchandise Planner roles take an average of 23 days to get hired, when considering 7 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Walmart overall takes an average of 13 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Walmart as a Merchandise Planner according to 7 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 17%
Skills test: 17%
One on one interview: 13%
Group panel interview: 13%
Background check: 13%
Other: 8%
Personality test: 8%
IQ intelligence test: 4%
Drug test: 4%
Presentation: 4%
Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -
I applied in-person. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Walmart (Bentonville, AR) in Nov 2013
Interview
Asked situational questions and asked for specifics on the decisions I made and the outcome. Gave opportunity to ask about the job and requirements. Panel Interview Method with 3 or more panel members. 2nd Interview will be a 1:1 meeting with Sr. Director or VP.
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Question 1
Tell us about a time that you felt like your business ethics might have been crossed and what did you do about it
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Walmart (Bentonville, AR) in May 2023
Interview
The interview process was two rounds. The first round was with the VP of the Division and one of the senior directors. This first interview was more of a meet-and-greet/ informal interview. The second interview was a panel interview with the Vice President and two of the senior directors of the division.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Interview questions involved a case study and how you would respond based on the data in front of you. If you were an outside candidate that did not know the planning structure it was very difficult to synthesize the data in a few minutes and provide answers.
I applied online. I interviewed at Walmart (Dallas, TX) in Nov 2022
Interview
There was 3 rounds of interview, questions where related to the jobs roles and responsibilities. They gave different scenarios related job and expected the answers on how was the scenario addressed.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the biggest challenge you have come across during your tenure?
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Walmart (San Bruno, CA) in Aug 2015
Interview
The hiring process was fast. It took about 3 weeks from initial call to offer which was nice.the offer was more than expected which was exciting. No complaints so far. Great company to work for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Walk me through a time that you had to stand up against someone in the workplace that you disagreed with.