Manager Imports Interview Preparation Guide

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1. Ways to answer:

a) First way: Turning your strong point into weak point.
For example: I am a perfectionist and therefore, I rarely believe in anyone who can work as well as me. As a result, I am afraid to delegate important tasks to others. This approach has a weak side as that if you are not clever, you will cause the employer to believe that you are cheating him.

b) Second way: Solving your weakness absolutely.
A better approach is that you state one point which was once your weakness, but you have done well to resolve it.
For example: I tended to be a perfectionist, therefore I didn't like to delegate to others. But I have found out that in order to develop the organization, everyone in the organization must be experienced with many tasks and this is very good for an efficient team work.

2. Steps to answer:

► You need to show it through your attitude and voice: It is really your weakness. And, you may also state some situations how much that weakness has caused you difficulties.
► Give your solution to resolve that weakness, partly or wholly.
► Solutions to a weakness may be training, mentoring, etc

3. Interview Tips for "weakness" question:

► This is a common question in any interview, so don't try to avoid answering it.
► Never mentioning a weakness that relates to a crucial requirement of the job.
► Don't try to make up a weakness.
► Don't say you have no weakness. No one is perfect, therefore, you shouldn't say you have no weakness.

Answer tips
☰ Speak about specifics that relate to the position you are applying for. If you do not have specific experience, get as close as you can.
☰ If you are being asked this question from your employer then you can explain your experience. Tell the employer what responsibilities you were performing during your job. You can tell what programs you developed and what modules you worked on. What were your achievements regarding different programs.

Answer sample
I have been working with computers since 2001. I also have a degree in network support/computer repair. I have built my last 3 computers, have work with Dell as an employee. So I have around 15 years experience working with computers.

The primary responsibility of the Import/Export Manager is production planning and expediting; materials management; transportation to and from the plant; shipping, receiving and traffic management.

The Import/Export Manager manages the import and export compliance programs to ensure all import and export activities comply with u.s. And foreign government laws and regulations.

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The complete Import/Export Manager Manager's Guide includes the 31 key competencies expected of Import/Export Manager. The report defines each Competency in detail. The report also explains what level of proficiency Import/Export Manager should have in that Competency, as well as how important that Competency is to performing the role well.

The Import/Export Manager typically serves as member of management and is considered a senior level consulting within the organization. As such, the Import/Export Manager provides functional, technical or process leadership. The organization will depend on this person's management of multiple teams. The Import/Export Manager generally is responsible for high complexity and ambiguity. As such, the Import/Export Manager provides tactical responsibilities.

Answer tips
☰ Try to include improvement activities that relate to the job. A wide variety of activities can be mentioned as positive self-improvement. Have some good ones handy to mention.
☰ Employers look for applicants who are goal-oriented. Show a desire for continuous learning by listing hobbies non-work related. Regardless of what hobbies you choose to showcase, remember that the goal is to prove self-sufficiency, time management, and motivation.

Answer samples
☰ Every should learn from his mistake. I always try to consult my mistakes with my kith and kin especially with elderly and experienced person.
☰ I enrolled myself into a course useful for the next version of our current project. I attended seminars on personal development and managerial skills improvement.

The Import/Export Manager generally has the following responsibilities:

► Managing the development, implementation and maintenance of import and export compliance policies and procedures.
► Developing and executing risk assessments of import and export compliance programs to ensure that all sites follow established policies and procedures.
► Overseeing all import and export activities to ensure compliance with laws and regulations; consulting with legal experts to resolve any legal compliance issues or concerns.
► Conducting training on government laws, rules and regulations as they pertain to organizational products, services and technologies.

► Describe a situation in which you had to collect information.
► How did you react when faced with constant time pressure?
► What techniques and tools do you use to keep yourself organized?
► Why did you decide to pursue this career?
► How do you feel about taking no for an answer?

Say something relevant to the objective line in the resume. Discuss any attributes that may set you apart from other job candidates. Focus on positive achievements and views.

► How did you handle meeting a tight deadline?
► What do you think, would you be willing to travel for work?
► What parts of your education do you see as relevant to this position?
► What support training would you require to be able to do this job?
► What three character traits would your friends use to describe you?