Excellent Company, Excellent Values! - Team Mate The Buckle Employee Review

4.0
Aug 29, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

I have worked for the Buckle (on and off) for over four year now. The sales/Team Mate training is very structured and extremely specific, so if you appreciate direction and a true job description, than you will have no problem with Buckle's Team Mate training program. If you prefer a retail sales position where you are "thrown out to sea and expected to swim, but can only tread water" with minimal coaching, than working at Buckle is NOT the job for you. Buckle will reward their top sales performers who are consistent and committed to service excellence! Excellent Management training program, including Sales Leaders, Assistant and General Store Managers.

Cons

Commission based pay with small hourly rate (less than minimum wage) makes for inconsistent pay checks. You control your overall hourly rate based on your weekly sales and hours worked. Must have open availability to move out of state (if needed) when participating in the store MIT program.

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Cons

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3.0
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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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