Don't think you'll get ahead here - Store Manager Sears Employee Review

1.0
5 Feb 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Little micro-management and their troop deployment program where you are paid the difference in your salary at Sears and the military salary you receive when deployed, which 99% of the time is higher than your Sears salary anyway because of all the bonuses received. Good PR though.

Cons

No advancement opportunities, poor pay for performance plans, less than average salaries, awful benefits packages, non-existent communication from corporate, especially regarding changes in POS systems.

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5.0
10 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Business outlook

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
19 Jun 2026
Anonymous temporary employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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