TruPath often interviews people for VP of Operations roles. That’s why we have generated a list of some of the best VP of Operations interview questions.
What VP of Operations interview questions do we ask, and furthermore, what do other business owners ask their own candidates? Here are some sample questions you can mull over before your next search for a VP of Operations.
Talk to me about your communication skills.
Question the candidate’s communication skills. If a new hire is going to lead the operations of the organization, then he or she must know how to effectively communicate with the leadership team, customers and direct reports. Exceptional communication skills are a necessary quality for any VP of Operations.
Discuss the teams you have directly managed, as well as your formula for building them.
If the interviewee fails to describe how he or she put together and managed a team, then chances are, this person probably cannot successfully manage your operations.
What has motivated you the most throughout your career?
This is one of the most interesting VP of Operations interview questions. It helps identify the journey as well as the candidate’s purpose in work. Most interview candidates attempting to blow smoke will be glad to give you a rundown of their resume. However, the most special candidates are typically the ones who answer with something impactful and concise, such as, “Let me tell you why…”
What is the biggest flaw in your leadership style, as you see it or as others have seen it?
If the candidate cannot be open and honest, how can you expect him or her to be honest about your business?
What will the company’s revenue look like four months after we hire you on the team?
See if the candidate can explain what will happen and how it will happen. There are countless wrong answers to this particular question, but never a correct one.
We are on track to miss our target this quarter. You are the VP of Operations and you have 30 days to make a change. So, what will be your plan?
Evaluate how the candidate handles this situation under pressure. Has he or she encountered that sort of nail-biting experience in past roles? Dig deeper for details on this one.
How would you restructure and reorganize an organization that the leadership wanted to take in a completely different direction?
If the person interviewing for the position as VP of Operations cannot answer this, then he or she may not be the right hire for your company.
What VP of Operations interview questions have you been asked or asked of candidates in interviews? Let us know!
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