family owned, mostly respectful colleagues and managers, international setup and well known brand.
Cons
located in remote area, scared and scary senior management, lethargic middle management (oberservation over 8 years).
The reason why I left was, that I had a more interesting offer.
Swarovski Response
6y
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We very much appreciate it.
We are in a time of change that presents challenges for most and is accompanied by various emotions. Also to people in the highest positions. Decisions are always made based on rational premises, in-depth analyzes and reliable predictions. Among other things, to create opportunities for our employees. However, this requires time and consistency, which can sometimes give the impression of lethargic actions.
Once again thank you for your feedback. We want to ensure you your review will be shared with upper management, as this kind of feedback is crucial to the betterment of the company.
We wish you much success in your future.
Strong level of autonomy as a Store Manager to drive the business, implement strategies, and influence sales performance
Opportunity to develop leadership skills through team coaching, training, and performance management
Emphasis on client experience and building meaningful in-store customer relationships
Creative freedom to execute sales-driving initiatives and local events
Hands-on ownership of business results, which can be very rewarding for self-motivated leaders
Cons
Limited support from regional and district leadership, particularly in satellite locations, which can feel isolating
High turnover due to relatively low pay for Crystal Experts and Assistant Managers
Budget constraints make it difficult to recruit and retain experienced, high-performing talent
Teams may require significant development due to lower wage tiers, increasing workload and pressure on management
Store conditions in some locations feel outdated, with limited investment in remodels or upgrades
Compensation structure for hourly roles does not always align with expectations or workload