Huge waste of time - Manager In Training The Buckle Employee Review

2.0
Mar 18, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

40% employee discount, hired for a future full-time position (worked part time while in college), hire recent college grads, ever-changing atmosphere, culture.

Cons

retail hours, terrible base salary + commission (3% - jokes) for an employee with two 4-year degrees. Hired for a manager in training (MIT) position and was under the impression I would get full training to be a store manager. No training ever took place. I was paid more hourly than other employees but that was the ONLY thing that set me apart from a sales associate. I was basically hired for holiday help. Was told I would work Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm and be off on Saturdays and Sundays. I maybe worked 1 shift during the week and 12pm- Closing every weekend. Received no such training as to how to manage anything.

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Cons

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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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