Loosing my mind... I am a visual "manager," and as long as I remember dress code has allowed me to wear jeans and sneakers. Today my new SM pulled me into the office to talk to me about my appearance, as our SIX figure RVP questioned her about it. We... — read more
Belk’s Seamless Customer Service And World Class Merchandise
belk is the epicenter of fashion and world class customer service. We are navigating through the covid pandemic with the most financial stability as possible. Belk’s CEO and executive team are the best in the business. The best by far. Sycamore... — read more
New low for Belk
I was in what remains of out break room and noticed the current info pop up on the table. It read we all need to look out for associates stealing mds and cash. Well I have two things to say. First, I am NOT throwing my co workers under the bus... — read more
What are your plans?
I’ve been trying to decide if I want to remain with the company until I am let go, or if I should find another job then jump ship. I know there are a lot of people who dislike the company and I get that. I’m just thinking about what’s best for me. ... — read more
Lying about what’s really being said on customer surveys
I am an STM, we are lying to employees about what is being said on the surveys. We are told to do this by the store manager who is looking for a new job also.
How many layoffs after brand withdrawal?
To believe that things will get better here is like believing in a Tooth Fairy. The withdrawal of brands from Belk will be a downward spiral from which I am afraid we will not be able to get out of. If this company had a clear vision there would be... — read more
I'm sorry you're going through this...
To anyone that's spent decades with this company or who stayed because bills were piling up or they felt like they had no place to go, I'm sorry that you weren't taken better care of or treated with more decency. Regardless of what happens to... — read more
"the company is strong and stable"
thats what we were told on a call yesterday.
Let’s face it
Dept. stores have been on the decline for years. Name one who’s flourishing.. Folks.. get out now. Malls, lifestyle centers, and freestanding are irrelevant. Dylan said it.. times are a changin...
L’Oreal news
A L’Oreal Rep told me today that they are pulling out of Dillard’s as well......
Extended hours
Why is Belk extending hours again when they don’t have the payroll to pay people for the hours they are open presently???
don't believe a word upper management and/or executives tell you.
it;s all lies. they just dont want people to jump ship. what scum.
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It's official I work in a sc store and my rep came in today and told us lancome will be leaving so the doubters can keep on doubting .there's no conspiracy so Lisa and Tom can keep denying everything.
L'Oreal exiting Belk, Announced 2/10/2021
This is bad news for Belk, what will replace it? Will Lauder, MAC, Clinique follow? Everyone should start looking for new employment TODAY!!
where there's smoke there's fire
words of wisdom that apply to most, if not all the comments on this page.
From today’s Charlotte Observer
STORES AND EMPLOYEES Belk said it would have no store closures or layoffs as a part of the bankruptcy. But analysts say it’s unlikely all of its 291 stores are profitable, or will be profitable when the pandemic subsides. Bankruptcy makes it... — read more
Belk employee union
Belk employees should form a union. Especially during these crazy times.
Time to step down Lisa & Don
Lisa Harper and Don Hendricks, you have drove this shyt show up Hershey Highway for too long. Please do everyone a favor and step down. We don't want you driving the Titanic anymore.
Lancôme
I have heard from a source in a position to know of these matters that Lancôme and the entire L'Oréal group are preparing to exit Belk.
More of the same shenanigans from Sycko
After absconding with $$ billions, many billions, from Staples and Belk, doing some similar financial hocus pocus with Nine West, we already see, in just a few weeks time, Sycko backing out of stated agreements to courrs and once again up to no good... — read more
Before Covid
Belk was already running on a skeleton crew with declining visual standards and quality of merchandise before Covid. Stores stayed messy and the only time they were cleaned was when there was a visit. Then they would use all their hours fir visit... — read more
Have a Belk story? Let me know
Hey all – this is Austin Weinstein, I've been covering Belk's bankruptcy for the Charlotte Observer. I wanted to reach out to you all because I want to hear what it's like working for Belk right now – it sounds like there's a lot of... — read more
Bankruptcy Papers In Mail?
Has anyone else received bankruptcy papers in the mail from Belk's bankruotcy court? What do the mean?
belk is doing exactly what Toys R Us did
toys r us did almost identically what belk is doing in terms of bankruptcy, stores were run the same way, horrible management, no existent upper management, the top brass took huge bonus after filing bankruptcy. Now toys r us is gone...
Belk Misses Term Loan Payment
According to Moody's, Belk has missed their term loan payment and their rating has been downgraded to LD. Payment will be made after bankruptcy is completed. Outlook remains negative.
Metrics
The Managers won’t come if you call them, they don’t want to be bothered..Our Store Manager gave out his Override Code so we can use it at the register and not call and bother anyone.....They go on and on about Metrics and harass you about e-mail... — read more
Changing companies was like a breath of fresh air
I worked at a Belk for a little over a year. Associates and Managers were overworked and frustrated. The way in which I was spoken to by management was unbelievably rude and disrespectful on a regular basis, including being yelled at in front of a... — read more
Thoughts on this article in the Charlotte Observer?
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article248952939.html
Are you a little nostalgic?
When I remember how nice it used to be to work at Belk compared to what it is now, it really saddens me. I really loved working here. There were great colleagues who were either fired or left the company on time. Unfortunately, I stayed because... — read more
all the "name brand" cosmetics want out of belk.
i believe lancome, lauder, mac, clinique want out of belk. thats what i was told.
signs of doom
Canceling Pre-Sale is a major RED FLAG that are getting ready to close Hiring has stopped, no new hires at all Trucks are very sparse with odd scattershot merchandise Store manager is trying to avoid associates RVP is distant... — read more
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I work in cosmetics why would belk cancel lancome presell .they have 'always' had this.do u think they are planning on shutting down some stores and don't know what ones yet
Why is this not a good thing?
Let me see if I got this right: under the new financial restructuring agreement Belk will have 300 of its stores covering 16 states remain in operation. Under the agreement, Belk’s debt will be reduced by roughly $450M, which should give us some... — read more
Pension
What will happen to our pensions now ?
Belk will come back stronger than ever!! Go Belk!! Belk Strong!
Belk is the best, better than all the rest, better than anyone, anyone I ever met...
Belk Credit Rating Downgraded To Ca
Belk's credit rating has been down graded according to Moody's recent update. Also the report says that Belk will not be able to operate if the restructuring agreement does not go through as planned. Even if it goes through, the company's outlook... — read more
Time to leave
Everyone reading this. It is time to start APPLYING to other jobs. You have all seen the warning the signs in the past months, and still chose to stick around. Trust me. There are jobs out there that will pay you more than $11 an hour. And treat you... — read more
Raises
I know they won't happen this year, but I'm curious about how long some of us have been with the company without a raise? I started in 2018. Despite positive reviews no raise of even a penny yet. In 2019 I was told I hadn't been there long enough and... — read more
This Bankruptcy Is Not As It Seems
If everything is "business as usual", why is Belk trying to fast track this bankruotcy? Why are they afraid to "spook vendors and customers"? Are they that desperate? Sycamore is retaining only barely half of the company. What will the lenders do... — read more