Pros
If you like a competitive environment, retail can be a great industry to work in
Cons
Very low morale among corporate associates and high attrition Many corporate associates are unmotivated, uneducated, and just looking to collect a paycheck Lack of Human Resource structure - no emphasis placed on growing and developing talent, no discussions about career pathing and progression Many mid-level managers are disengaged and lack leadership skills Constant down sizing with emphasis on increased workloads for current associates Managerial Abandonment with Sr. Management allowing Merchandising associates to collect kickbacks from vendors - and many have been charged with tax evasion by the IRS. Sr. Management claims ignorance that they had no idea any of this was going on Outdated and complex technological platforms - HD never invested in an IT infrastructure - you can thank Bernie & Arthur for that Basic benefits package - nothing outstanding - health care is very expensive, you have to pay for your own short & long term disability, limited paid corporate holidays just six per year, if you work in the stores you are only closed two days per year just Christmas and Thanksgiving.
