Amazingly dis-functional from the director level up. - Manager Major Accounts Sears Employee Review

1.0
May 5, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

There are many outstanding minds with great work ethics and strong ability to find solutions with what resources are given to them with the limited resources.

Cons

The leadership is too busy fighting to look better that each other. Corporate amnesia is rampant and directors and up seem to be paralyzed to make any significant change for the good. This company is a sinking ship and anyone considering a position at the company should only accepts as a last resort. There are no pay increase and no 401k. You will have to teach yourself the requirements for your position because your manager will not have the skill knowledge to allow you to win.

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Good team and good compensation

Cons

The contract is only for 30 days, so it needs to be renewed every month, and we always lose access during the process. This creates some uncertainty for us.

4.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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