Embodies the negative stereotypes of big corporations
Pros
- 16 days of PTO is more than what most other retail corporations will offer. - Upper management is good about asking for projects early on, so you will have an adequate amount of time to schedule multiple projects instead of getting last minute requests. - The pricing strategy has been keeping this company growing despite it's Gap and Banana Republic affiliates, and a winning environment definitely gives a boost to company culture.
Cons
Attrition is so bad in Inventory Management that Old Navy pre-trains its employees - There's a 12 week training program for people from other departments, which prepares them for a position in Inventory Management. Old Navy does this so they have a constant buffer of employees to replace ones that eventually quit Inventory Management. Embodies the negative stereotypes of big corporations - You're not expect to speak to anyone with a higher title than you, and it's apparent in your day to day interactions. I've had people with senior titles ignore my e-mails and ask my manager why I'm e-mailing them directly. - The limits in communication leaves your work open for someone else to take credit. My manager has received public recognition (and awards) based off of work that was done 100% by me. - No clear career path unless you want to go into management. The only way to receive an increase in bonus and PTO incentives is if you have a Manager or Director title. Recruiting process needs more transparency and honesty. - You are told that Old Navy offers 20 days of PTO, but it is mandatory that you take 4 days off during the Christmas/New Years weeks. Not the worst thing in the world, but you need to be aware of how much PTO you're able to freely schedule. - There is planned overtime work on weekends. I wasn't notified of weekend work during my interview and onboarding process, but my manager still expected me to work every weekend with no flexibility.
