Basic part time work - Sales Associate Swarovski Employee Review

3.0
Jun 18, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

It's a job, vacation pay, small bonus if we make our numbers for the month. Allotment to buy jewelry. Doesn't pay whole thing but it helps.

Cons

50% off expensive plated metal crystal jewelry and with my pay rate I can't afford it. No medical or dental. Have to wear specific dress code and only Swarovski jewelry. Tough to sell overpriced costume jewelry in a slow retail market. High expectations from corporate. Manager who never works a night shift nor does anything taxing, she sits in office all day. Expected to cultivate phone clientele and send pictures and emails yet company doesn't supply wireless network so we are using our own data and cell phones. Expected to work alone often and close the store alone at night. Need I continue??

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Cons

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Pros

Strong level of autonomy as a Store Manager to drive the business, implement strategies, and influence sales performance Opportunity to develop leadership skills through team coaching, training, and performance management Emphasis on client experience and building meaningful in-store customer relationships Creative freedom to execute sales-driving initiatives and local events Hands-on ownership of business results, which can be very rewarding for self-motivated leaders

Cons

Limited support from regional and district leadership, particularly in satellite locations, which can feel isolating High turnover due to relatively low pay for Crystal Experts and Assistant Managers Budget constraints make it difficult to recruit and retain experienced, high-performing talent Teams may require significant development due to lower wage tiers, increasing workload and pressure on management Store conditions in some locations feel outdated, with limited investment in remodels or upgrades Compensation structure for hourly roles does not always align with expectations or workload

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