BFQueenofNY Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 The reason I ask is that I work part time for a large supermarket chain. I work the same evening shift every night so I see the same people..every night. Just last night I was talking to a disgruntled Big Lots employee:rolleyes: who told me that if she could get her hands on the BF ad, she would bring it to me early. The store manager of my local Kmart is a customer and likes me so the past 2 years she has given me an invite to the friends and family night. I know employees at Eckart's(sp?), Super Walmart and Lowes now so I will start asking them as well. Anyone else collect favors? (Nothing like personalized service at the grocery store knowing the cashier has ulterior motives )
conj Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 I used to work retail, and got all sorts of favors like that....
stationchief Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 My wife works for Wally World (Wal-Mart), but doesn't really get many favors from regulars. Far as the BF ads, not even the employees get the ads early. The disctrict managers get 'em, I think, to prepare for BF (Blitz Day). Might try to sneak a peek and spy a few snapshots off with the 'ol camera phone.
SuperMommy Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 We had a friend that worked at The Childrens Place that would give us her discount. But she doesn't work there anymore.
stationchief Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 Just thought I'd brag that this year accordin' to the wife's boss, she's still getting her christmas coupon this year for an additional 10% off her 10% off employee discount, and it's gonna be on her paycheck the week before BF. That's 20% off that new Wal-Mart BF laptop. Yipee!
civicracinggirl7 Posted October 11, 2006 Posted October 11, 2006 Just thought I'd brag that this year accordin' to the wife's boss, she's still getting her christmas coupon this year for an additional 10% off her 10% off employee discount, and it's gonna be on her paycheck the week before BF. That's 20% off that new Wal-Mart BF laptop. Yipee! Is it 20% off or 10% off, then another 10% off that price?
stationchief Posted October 12, 2006 Posted October 12, 2006 Is it 20% off or 10% off, then another 10% off that price?Well, technically it's price of item - 10% - 10% + tax of original price. For example: $100 (original price) - 10% (employee discount) = $90$90 (after emp discount) - 10% (coupon discount) = $81 (new price)$81 + $8.50 (approx. tax on original $100) = $89.50 (total cost) So, if the item costs $100, then using the additional 10% off coupon it'll cost us $89.50.
blakes_mommy Posted October 12, 2006 Posted October 12, 2006 I have a friend at Bath and Body works and she lets us know all the sales, even the black friday ones, however, it was already on here before I had a chance to post it!
jellybean051901 Posted October 12, 2006 Posted October 12, 2006 When I worked at KMart I always gave my friends the discount
meowmie Posted October 12, 2006 Posted October 12, 2006 I work at Macy's, formerly Foley's. We never got to preshop and I doubt if Macy's will let us either. With Foley's, you have to use your credit card to get your discount and also Macy's. I don't let anyone use my cards except my husband...:) . The problem with shopping on BF is that I usually get stuck going into work when the store opens. Was 6 AM but Macy's might be different.
civicracinggirl7 Posted October 12, 2006 Posted October 12, 2006 I have a friend at Bath and Body works and she lets us know all the sales, even the black friday ones, however, it was already on here before I had a chance to post it!Where is this posted? There's a thread for BF @ B&BW, but I didn't really see any info in it. But are there any upcoming sales you're aware of?
booskee9 Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 I Work At Bath And Boddyworks/whitebarn Candle And Express
wright1baby Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 Where is this posted? There's a thread for BF @ B&BW, but I didn't really see any info in it. But are there any upcoming sales you're aware of? Here's the list... Ace Hardware (27) Best Buy (115) Circuit City (154) EBGames (24) Fred's (39) GameStop (24) Harbor Freight (80) JCPenney (73) KB Toys (68) KMart (152) KMart TGiving (77) Linens-n-Things (134) Military BX (98) OfficeMax (65) Sears (209) WalMart (75) No Bath and Body?!?!Tell us what you know and you won't be harmed!!
aerospace Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 I work as a supervisor over the instock crews at walmart. I get to know whats coming, prices, even where thier gonna put it friday morning. Its kinda fun seeing people go crazy over the items we've had in the backroom for a month waiting for the sale ...we have tickle me elmos too(24 of em lol)
Guest RealLivePrinces Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 I'm a department supervisor at Kohl's.
momof5plus1hubby Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 I work as a supervisor over the instock crews at walmart. I get to know whats coming, prices, even where thier gonna put it friday morning. Its kinda fun seeing people go crazy over the items we've had in the backroom for a month waiting for the sale ...we have tickle me elmos too(24 of em lol) So Elmos are in the ad..we didn't see them in the doorbusters...Tell me more of what you know!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
cherry33778 Posted November 12, 2006 Posted November 12, 2006 I used to work for retail for 6yrs and I got favors like getting employee disc and such, now I get nothing but I wouldnt trade the piece of mind for the world.
Christina2699 Posted November 13, 2006 Posted November 13, 2006 I work at kohls, it is terrible; the managment is nasty and the pay and discount suck .... only 15% off clothes then 10% off everthing else. Thank god i only work there afterschool...lol
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