Interview Questions for Sales Directors:
1. What methods do you use to evaluate sales skills?
Demonstrates candidates' experience as well as leadership and analytical skills.
2. How would you monitor the performance of a sales representative who continually falls short of his or her target?
Demonstrates candidates' managerial and motivational skills.
3. How do you think buyers in this industry have changed over the last five years?
Demonstrates candidates' knowledge of the industry and their analytical skills.
4. What methods would you use to engage remote teams in other cities or countries?
Demonstrates candidates' motivational and leadership skills, as well as their ability to maintain control over a vast network of sales teams.
5. Can you describe the most challenging experience you have had as a sales director (or as a sales manager or representative)?
Demonstrates candidates' experience and problem-solving skills.