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      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      Nov 4, 2019
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Los Angeles, CA
      No offer
      Negative experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Macy's (Los Angeles, CA) in May 2019

      Interview

      An interview with any department manager about a potential position within the cosmetics and fragrances department. Be sure to get an interview time and date as soon as you receive the email invitation to interview. Hiring managers will definitely make a decision soon after the initial interviews, so schedule your interview ASAP. The interview is pretty short and the questions are not too difficult if you answer them strategically. Don't forget to smile, but don't be creepy or too desperate.

      Interview questions [2]

      Question 1

      Macy's is all about integrity. Name a time or instance that you saw a co-worker or a customer break the rules: What happened and how did you handle this situation?
      1 Answer

      Question 2

      How would you get a customer to come back to you?
      1 Answer

      Other Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview Reviews for Macy's

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      Dec 5, 2025
      Anonymous employee
      San Antonio, TX
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's (San Antonio, TX)

      Interview

      I worked at Macy's in the late 2010s. The cosmetics manager asked me several questions. A few questions were difficult, like asking about what I would do if I saw a coworker stealing, but most were straightforward. She was also very respectful and supportive since I was unsure how to answer a few of the questions. They know that you need time to learn. Overall, it was a great experience for a beginner applicant.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      How would you handle a situation in which you saw a coworker stealing?
      Answer question

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      Jul 26, 2023
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Boca Raton, FL
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Macy's (Boca Raton, FL) in Jul 2023

      Interview

      They used hirevue wuth 70 question and answer part A video 4 question . I have been working at macys for 10 years. I have been an grand achiever. Make my reward goals and gift goals . I have made over 2,35000.00 in sales at cosmeics. When I made an application they say that I didnot qualify. This is such a joke.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      My resume alligned with thr job qualufication.
      Answer question

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      Mar 29, 2023
      Anonymous employee
      Syracuse, NY
      Accepted offer
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Macy's (Syracuse, NY) in Sep 2021

      Interview

      It was very easy and relaxed . Asked me basic questions , nothing difficult . Interview was very pleasant and was eager to find someone to work in the department.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why I want to work in cosmetology?
      1 Answer

      Macy's interviews FAQs

      • Cosmetics Sales Associate applicants have rated the interview process at Macy's with 2.5 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 59% positive. To compare, the company-average is 63.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
      • Candidates applying for Cosmetics Sales Associate roles take an average of 8 days to get hired, when considering 132 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Macy's overall takes an average of 10 days.
      • Common stages of the interview process at Macy's as a Cosmetics Sales Associate according to 132 Glassdoor interviews include:

        One on one interview:  46%

        Personality test:  13%

        Background check:  9%

        Phone interview:  9%

        Skills test:  7%

        Presentation:  5%

        Group panel interview:  3%

        Drug test:  3%

        Other:  2%

        IQ intelligence test:  2%

      • Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -

        1. Sales Associate(5759) ;
        2. Retail Sales Associate(1408) ;
        3. Sales Manager(623) ;
        4. Beauty Advisor(612) ;
        5. Seasonal Sales Associate(493) ;
        6. Sales Associate/Cashier(322) ;
        7. Cosmetics Counter Manager(292) ;
        8. Manager(281) ;
        9. Cashier(275) ;
        10. Sales(261) ;
        11. Customer Service Representative(260) ;
        12. Merchandiser(229) ;
        13. Fulfillment Associate(176) ;
        14. Visual Merchandiser(173) ;
        15. Macys Sales Associate(156) .


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