Rumor has it that Michael Kors and Brahmin will be pulling out of Belk sometime this year. Belk has lost almost all of its “better brand” vendors.
Belk's workforce has shrunken dramatically
In 2009, Belk had approx 23,000 workers, now it only has about 9,000 company wide. A huge drop in workforce.
HOUSE OF CARDS
Interesting you go on LINKDIN and see fantastic posts trend , vendor , or fashion statement . I also see many post of high potential development and how the senior management of Belk is promoting young talent . Everyone is excited and giving high... — read more
Will Belk Have Layoffs if we hit a recession?
If yes, who will be affected the most? Retail numbers are already droping both here and @ competitors.
Do managers listen at all?
Do any of you find yourself going to management several times for the same issue and nothing ever happens? Scheduling issues? We have 3 HR people and nothing gets fixed.
Workplace transparency
I am very unhappy with the workplace transparency here. Most companies are not transparent, but I'm tired of constantly guessing what's going on and listening to rumors. Or perhaps I expect too much from management when it comes to sharing... — read more
There are better ways to make a living
Belk has long been a miserable place to work. I used to be worried about losing my job here, but now it has become totally irrelevant what will happen next here because there are definitely much better ways to make a living. I guess there are still... — read more
Massive mid-year inventory! What’s going on?
Until last year, our flagship Belk store had not done a mid-year inventory. That inventory was small (select areas within departments) taking only part of a Sunday. This year we’re scheduled for 3am-11am for 5 days the last week of June. Massive... — read more
New hires take one look and don’t come back
I had a new hire that was astonished our mid sized belk store does not have a nighttime stock crew/cleaning crew. “That’s why the store is such a mess”. She also did not show up for her third day. “This is a multi-million dollar a year store and... — read more
KOHLS being acquired by the Franchise Group not Sycko
Hey, no worries about Kohls stealing Belk's thunder inside Sycko. Facts of the matter there was no way Sycko had the kind of money being put up for Kohls. There was a point, before the Macy's infatuation, when anyone from Kohl's was gold for Belk. ... — read more
Coworkers' respect
I remember when I got my first job, it was very important for me to earn the respect of my colleagues. In general, a respectful working environment is healthier and more productive. Do you feel respected by your colleagues? I have a feeling that no... — read more
Will Partnership with “Conn’s HomePlus” enhance the quality of our customer base?
You be the judge: “At Conn's HomePlus, you can lease appliances, furniture, mattresses, TVs, and other electronics”.
appliances furniture electronics sounds a lot like a former competitor
https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2022/06/01/belk-conns-pilot-new-store-model-retailer-shopping.html come see the softer side of belks
RVP's to switch
Belk Currently has 22 RVP's, rumor has it they are trying to cut that. Will RVP's given raise with more stores added to region?
Almost everyone is trying to be the boss’s favorite
I can only speak for the store where I work, although I guess it’s not much different in other stores either. Colleagues despise the person who is very obviously the manager’s favorite and they keep complaining about favoritism, but at the same... — read more
RVP
big switch in RVPs moving around> raises, moving expenses, and more bullying of associates to prove the RVP is important
Belk managers
Belk Managers do not care about there employees they don't want to bring in anymore hard working employees they just want the employees they do have to constantly work hard and not give them any Credit and just want to degrade them and not give them... — read more
Memorial Day
Why are we open til 9 on Memorial Day we should close at 6 so that the associates can spend the evening with their families.
Never stop looking for a better job
The fact is that those who never stop looking for a better job fare much better than those who start looking for a new job only when they feel they might lose their current job. Even worse, some start looking for a new job only once they are laid... — read more
Post just removed on Don Hendricks leaving
So did anyone just see the post on Don Hendricks abruptly leaving Belk about hour ago? And now it’s gone. Just curious if I imagined it. Lol!
Kim Rogers Tables
Are any of you mo--ns folding down your Kim Rogers tables anymore? The legendary Kim Rogers herself called me on my IPhone 13 Pro Max highly upset and crying. She is threatening to pull all of her merchandise out of our stores! I need this fixed... — read more
Advance to a store manager
I’m not going to name anyone specific (because I think the administrators here delete posts with identifiable information), but in general, there aren’t many good SMs at Belk. Many do not have the qualifications to be SM, even though they are in... — read more
excel line
does anyone know what the belk excel line actually does in the form of actions? What are the steps after someone were to call the excel line?
talk,talk,talk
The only thing the “managers” know how to do is to sit in the office and talk trash about their employees!!! asleep behind the wheel if I must
Hats off to store 108
Saw a lot of employees working hard and their store looked good. Hope they don’t have a nightmare SM. it’s nice to see some employees like many on this board that still try and care.
Blamed for things I had nothing to do with it.
When something goes wrong in our store, the manager points a blame on everyone except those who are really responsible for it. Does this happen in your store as well? I’m really tired of getting blamed for things that aren’t my fault. My impression... — read more
I do not want to repeat the same mistake
Looking for a new job is a job in itself. My biggest fear is that I will leave Belk and go to a company where nothing will be significantly better. However, as time goes on, I am becoming less and less picky. Is it even possible to find a good job... — read more
3 credits a day?
Associates were told this morning that we are expected to get 3 credits a day.....I can’t stop laughing....maybe Mr Patel didn’t want to get his 3 credits every day LOL
Closed Door Meetings Happening
Managers were in closed door meeting yesterday and today. Usually a closed door meeting is a sign of trouble.
Don’t Spend Time Beating on The Wall
Don’t spend your precious time beating on the wall and hope to transform it to the door! It is too late now to save Belk with all shake up from the top executive managements and all Belk CEOs are leaving the sinking ship now. Belk destiny and futures... — read more
Belk CEO’s resignation offers retailer chance to ‘change its trajectory,’ experts say
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/whats-in-store/article261480732.html
Face it folks..
If your executive leadership has left or is secretly planning to leave this bogus company then why the heck are YOU still here? Take it from the top- when the going gets tough the bosses get going. Just steer clear of any company they’ve moved to. ... — read more
Waiting for them to show you the door is not a good idea
Belk is becoming increasingly miserable with every single day. All we can expect here is to get laid off eventually. I have sent as many applications as possible and I hope to get a new offer before the total collapse here. I hope there aren't a... — read more
Nir Patel goes to Game Stop
GameStop has appointed Nir Patel it's new C.E.O.
Belk PR/Spokesperson Jessica Rholik goes radio silent
she has not responded to any media inquiries, nor has she answered her phone or email.
I bet Don Hendricks will jump ship
What do you want to bet that in the near future, Don Hendricks exits Belk? I bet it's coming soon.
Sycamore wants to dump Belk
Sycamore is getting ready to unload Belk, by liquidation or some other way. They are getting their ducks in a row. trust and believe.
something is rotten in denmark
lisa harper exits belk to go to torrid where she came from the d.c. is closed down patel quits belk suddenly belk tries to keep this from the workers other than managers
Hope for the best, plan for the worst
Belk has lots of employees living paycheck to paycheck. It's just the hard, cold truth. Please everyone have an exit plan, this company is literally holding on by a thread.