? - Sales Associate The Buckle Employee Review

2.0
Aug 19, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Great discount. The clothes are awesome! It's run like a boutique, so you get really unique clothes. Music is pretty decent. Extensive training on selling and merchandising. Before I started I had no idea how to sell, but by the end I had learned so much. Competitive sales.

Cons

Intense. Management expects so much from you, when you end up making minimum wage, or close to it. Since you work on commision, your sales affect how much you make. If you only get scheduled during non-busy hours, you don't make bank. Because of the competitive sales nature, you encounter a lot of "sale stealers", so you need to keep a close eye on your customers. Managers are hard to get in contact with, even while they're on the clock. Hard to get a raise.

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Pros

Flexible hours for part time work.

Cons

Holiday hours can long and busy.

3.0
Jul 2, 2026
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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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