I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Big 5 Sporting Goods (Yuba City, CA) in Apr 2015
Interview
Was asked a few simple questions by the manager and district supervisor, asked if i had any questions and asked when i would like to start? Had to check on if I was rehireable, wait on background check cause they take longer for management. Kept in contact with store manager till given my start date.
I applied online. I interviewed at Big 5 Sporting Goods (Fontana, CA) in May 2015
Interview
Great interview. Manager who reviewed me was transferred to a different district. Knew what questions to ask and how to probe for sales experience, situation scenarios etc. very friendly. Managed the floor and conducted interview in a timely manner.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Big 5 Sporting Goods (Phoenix, AZ) in Sept 2012
Interview
The only way to get into upper management with Big 5 is to start in the Management Trainee position. The interview is relatively simple and all an applicant has to do is convince the interviewer they would be a good sales person and leader in the store.