the honest truth of how it all works - Assistant Manager The Buckle Employee Review

3.0
Jul 9, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

-reasonable work/life balance...if you really meant it when you ask for your time off -great work atmosphere at the right store/for the right manager -opportunities are endless for growth in the company - they invest time in your growth as an employee -when they say culture, THEY MEAN IT and its something that if you buy into it (literally and figuratively) its truly great to be part of.

Cons

-they say competitive pay- not true. If you are an absolute shark on the sales floor you can make some good money but if you are in any type of management position its considered YOUR duty to help others with their sales and take yours to the back burner. - management for stores changes A LOT and your success of failure relies heavily on the type of manager you have. Some are there for all the right reasons, most are there for the pay check and don't really know what they are doing. -as a side effect from the above, you will find yourself picking up a lot of the slack in the store - they will stand by you as long as you play by their rules, learn them carefully inside and out. both for the sales and the overall workings of the company. And not just the managers rules, the actual Buckle rules.

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5.0
Apr 6, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Flexible hours for part time work.

Cons

Holiday hours can long and busy.

3.0
Jul 2, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

-Good work-life balance. -Team-building is encouraged. -The experience can vary by location. -Buckle has the potential to have some of the best retail teams, depending on the store. -There are opportunities for growth and career advancement for employees who have supportive leadership.

Cons

Management's willingness to lead, communicate effectively, and support employees is what creates opportunities for growth, but that was not my experience at this location. I felt the work environment was negatively affected by inconsistent communication, a leadership style that felt overly controlling, and discussions about employees that appeared to undermine teamwork and trust. I believe a more respectful, supportive, and collaborative approach to leadership would create a healthier workplace culture and better support both employees and the overall success of the store.

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