Good place to hone management skills but not a good place to work - Store Manager Express Employee Review

1.0
Apr 10, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

The salary was good however with the turn in the economy I would not be receiving the same salary today.

Cons

Express has created a culture where the only thing that matters is if your KPI goals have been met. They are not concerned with how you achieve those numbers and will turn their head to actions and behaviors that are questionable. Express values upbeat people who are attractive and willing to sacrifice any shred of a personal life to further the companies goals. The discount is good but you are expected to purchase clothing to meet your sales goal.

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5.0
Feb 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly work environment, caring manager

Cons

Busy during holidays, have to stay late sometimes

2.0
Jul 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Could manage the business as I saw fit as through the lens of a business owner

Cons

Training was minimal and in a location very different than my future store. Staff I inherited was horrible and leadership was not transparent about the status of the store in regards to profitability and issues within the store or company for that matter. Company declared bankruptcy about 5 months after I started and closed my location. Not a great experience.

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