Good money, bad management - General Sales Associate Micro Center Employee Review

3.0
15 Sept 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Commission based with a 4 dollar hourly for most roles. Good money available if you are good at talking to customers

Cons

Your managers will be horrible at communication not only with you but also with each other. You'll have different takes on policies from different managers. Zero schedule flexibility

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Micro Center Response
2y
Micro Center is a commissioned sales model offering an unlimited earning potential, the average Sales Associate makes 25.79 an hour company-wide. The System Department averages 33.53 an hour company-wide. I am glad your customer interactions are leading to commissioned sales. If you feel that the communication is inconsistent or have concerns, Micro Center has an Open Door Policy, each store has a poster explaining the Open Door process with the necessary contact information for associates to reach out for assistance. You can also contact your Regional HR Manager directly or ask them for some time when they are in your store. Thanks for the feedback. Greg Nicolai-Regional HR Business Partner-513-344-8018

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5.0
28 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great management, flexible on hours, very supportive onboarding process.

Cons

Nothing to note, everything has been great.

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Micro Center Response
1mo
Thanks for the great review! We're glad to hear you had a supportive onboarding experience and that you're enjoying the flexibility and management team in Miami. We appreciate your hard work and are glad to have you with us! Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153
5.0
4 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Customer obsessed culture with a strong emphasis on expertise and service. Leadership is highly engaged, with consistent focus on coaching, accountability, and development through structured one-on-ones and daily execution rhythms. Clear expectations across sales, service, and operations create alignment on what success looks like. The organization provides exposure across multiple business functions, allowing leaders to build well rounded operational and commercial skill sets. High performance environment that rewards ownership, initiative, and results.

Cons

As a smaller, specialized retailer, organizational growth and upward mobility may take longer compared to larger big-box companies. Resources and infrastructure are still evolving in certain areas, which can require leaders to be more hands-on. High expectations and pace can create pressure during peak periods, requiring strong prioritization and resilience. Some systems and processes have a learning curve, particularly for leaders coming from larger, more standardized organizations.

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Micro Center Response
1mo
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. We read all employee feedback and appreciate your insights on our culture, training, and fast pace. Your notes on where we can improve—like simplifying systems and keeping up communication as we grow—are definitely noted. Thanks for your hard work and everything you're doing for the team. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153
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