The Buckle Store Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 11 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at The Buckle.
The Buckle
Assistant Store Manager
Mid Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Case Presentation
While I was shopping in the store, an assistant manager noticed my style and asked if I'd be interested in a job. I said yes. She then introduced me to the store manager, who, despite being on her way to lunch, took a moment to chat about what I'd be interested in doing. Afterwards, the assistant manager had me complete some info on an iPad, and mentioned an application would be emailed to me. I got the email the next day and filled out the application, which included a test! I then called to schedule an interview for the following week. I dressed in Buckle attire for the interview. The manager wanted to walk around the store with me for about 15 minutes, which felt a bit odd. The interview itself took place on the sales floor. We had a good conversation and she asked me questions. She even complimented my outfit. She then scheduled me for a second interview the following week. When I arrived, the interview was held in the back of the store with a different assistant manager. We spoke more, and then she made an offer. The job came with a 40% discount, minimum wage, and 3% commission. They had a sales goal of $150/hr and expected 3 appointments to be scheduled weekly. Ultimately, I couldn't accept because the pay was too uncertain for a full-time position. The manager has remained friendly and still asks about me when I shop there.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Do you have any questions for me?
- How did you obtain your position?
- What are the expectations for this role?
The Buckle
Store Manager
Manager Easy Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview was super short, about 5 minutes, right on the sales floor. This girl hit me with like 10 questions, but it seriously felt like she didn't care at all about my answers, just robotically reading them. And the 'Definitely!' after every single one? Wild. I eventually told her the commute was too much for me and I'd only consider a closer spot. She then weirdly said I'd need to reapply. Before I bailed, I asked about salary, but they wouldn't say until I was hired. Makes no sense to reapply without knowing pay. Total joke of a place.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- How would your former manager describe your work ethic?
- What was the reason for your departure from your previous job?
- What appeals to you about Buckle?
The Buckle
Store Manager
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
The interview was super casual, held right on the sales floor. It was pretty short, maybe 15 minutes. What I didn't like was how informal it was; they didn't mention any dress code beforehand, so I showed up in a suit, but the interviewer was in jeans and a t-shirt.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What is your motivation for wanting to join Buckle?
- In what ways has your previous work experience equipped you for this role?
The Buckle Store Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from The Buckle interview reports.
“Does the management role involve commission?”
Read reports →“What appeals to you about Buckle?”
Read reports →“Can you describe your experience with buckles?”
Read reports →“Describe a time you had to terminate an employee's employment.”
Read reports →“What is your motivation for wanting to join Buckle?”
Read report →“What actions would you take in your initial week to expand the business?”
Read report →“What made you decide to apply to Buckle?”
Read report →“In what ways would you build rapport with customers?”
Read report →“What are the expectations for this role?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 11 The Buckle interview reports.