Product Development Manager

Skill: Decision-Making and Conflict Management

1. Can you provide an example of a difficult decision you had to make in your previous role? How did you arrive at that decision?
2. Describe a situation where you had to handle a conflict within your team. How did you resolve it?
3. What strategies do you use to build consensus among team members?
4. Describe a time when you had to make a decision without all the information you needed. How did you handle it?
5. What is your approach to resolving conflicts between team members who have different opinions?

Skill: Strategic Problem Solving

1. Can you provide an example of a complex problem you had to solve in your previous role? What was your approach?
2. Describe a time when you had to think strategically to solve a problem.
3. What steps do you take to solve a problem?
4. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to solve a problem without all the necessary information?
5. What is your approach to solving problems that involve multiple stakeholders?

Skill: Project Management

1. Can you provide an example of a project you managed from start to finish?
2. Describe a time when you had to manage a project with a tight deadline.
3. What project management methodologies are you familiar with?
4. How do you handle changes in project scope?
5. What tools do you use to manage your projects?

Skill: Data Analysis

1. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to analyze data to make a decision?
2. What tools do you use to analyze data?
3. Describe a time when you had to analyze complex data.
4. Can you provide an example of a time when your data analysis led to a significant improvement in a project?
5. Describe a time when you had to analyze data to predict future trends.

Skill: Communication

1. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to communicate a complex idea to a non-technical audience?
2. Describe a time when you had to persuade a team to adopt your idea.
3. How do you ensure your communication is clear and concise?
4. Can you provide an example of a time when your communication skills improved a situation?
5. Describe a time when you had to communicate a change in strategy.

Additional Notes

1. Remember to assess the candidate's ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
2. Consider the candidate's ability to work in a customer-facing role and their organizational skills.
3. Take note of the candidate's ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
4. Assess the candidate's ability to manage projects effectively, including budgeting and work planning.
5. Consider the candidate's ability to analyze data and adjust development plans as needed.