Pros
Competitive salary compared to others in the retail corporate space. -Plenty of social activities and team events if you enjoy mingling and "play time". -Solid benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and employee discounts. -Growth opportunities can exist, but largely depend on your immediate leadership and team environment. -The company culture is very supportive of parents, with more flexibility and understanding given to those with family responsibilities.
Cons
Ross started off feeling excited and promising—there’s a buzz of energy when you first join, and people seem eager to connect. However, over time, I learned that upper management tends to use personal ambitions, like seeking promotion, as leverage to overwork and pressure employees far beyond reasonable expectations. Expressing a desire to grow often results in being assigned excessive projects and treated unfairly, all under the guise of "earning" the next level. The culture, unfortunately, is heavily rooted in gossip and politics. Leadership—especially buyers and senior executives—stand united, making it nearly impossible to navigate issues or voice concerns without fear of retaliation. HR often aligns with leadership, leaving little room for true fairness or employee advocacy. Flexibility is inconsistent at best. It depends entirely on who your buyer is. If you’re lucky enough to have someone who doesn’t prioritize FaceTime, you might experience some breathing room. While I gained valuable experience, the toxic environment and lack of authentic support made it a difficult place to thrive long-term. Please be careful, especially if seeking a healthy, supportive culture where hard work is fairly recognized.