I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Ecolab (Cleveland, OH) in Feb 2016
Interview
Besides joining the police or fire this was one of the most extensive interview processes. 1) phone interview 2) face to face 3) Ride along 4) face to face about ride along 5) face to face with regional 6) drug test dmv screen and light physical ) more extensive physical.
I applied in-person. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Ecolab (Chicago, IL) in Nov 2011
Interview
Interview process is fairly informal.
Two step interview with district and area manager.
They ask basic questions about prior experience and goals.
How will you contribute to the team and help grow sales.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Ecolab (Phoenix, AZ) in Oct 2014
Interview
First Interview with a manager, followed by another interview with a different manager, followed by a ride along interview with a current territory manager. The interview process is fairly straight forward. The company is always promoting from within so positions become available very frequently.
Do not bother to apply if you have a DUI or any other major driving violation.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you think you will be successful in a sales role?