Buckle is a rollercoaster of a job... - Sales Associate The Buckle Employee Review

3.0
20 Nov 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Nice clothes, Fun, attractive people (until they steal your sales). Making friends with the people that came in the store is easy enough, but my manager forced me to cross the "recommendation of clothes line" to the YOU WILL BUY THIS NOW... Pressure is always on unless you are just born an amazing sales person.

Cons

Commission can be horrible at times, especially when they over staff the place. Sales numbers are so low sometimes I feel i was working just for the clothes that we HAD to wear. They also judge you for how you look. It's never stated outright, but if you have a bad morning where you had to get dressed in the dark, they will yell at you for it.

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Pros

Flexible hours for part time work.

Cons

Holiday hours can long and busy.

3.0
2 Jul 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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