The hiring process at The News Group takes an average of 3 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Merchandiser had the quickest hiring process (on average 3 days), whereas Merchandiser roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 3 days).
It was simple. Met at a store and spoke about the position - and was offered it shortly after. Manager just wanted to see how I act in the retail setting.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at The News Group (Indianapolis, IN) in Aug 2013
Interview
Was referred by employee. Had phone interview with supervisor. Overviewed position and where located, compensation, job responsibilities and expectations. Went over training process. Basic exchange of information about position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Would be available to work necessary scheduled days?
I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at The News Group (Scarborough, ON) in Jan 2015
Interview
In person at store to review resume and ask a few questions. Very informal. Walked around store to look at displays to get an idea of an average work area and the physical demands it takes to merchandise a store every week.