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Columbus, Ohio-based DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse or Designer Brands) is a footwear and accessories retailer, offering a wide selection of designer and name brand shoes and accessories for women, men and kids. The retailer has over 500 stores in the United States and Canada and an e-commerce website. When you join DSW, you become part of a family adhering to the core values of passion, accountability, collaboration, and humility. At Designer Brands they offer robust healthcare plans, family planning and support, various paid and unpaid leaves of absence, disability and life insurance, EAP, legal and financial assistance, a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan, and 30% discounts off DSW merchandise. The company invests in you and even in your family through tuition reimbursement, and rewards your contribution through recognition & service awards. They also offer competitive paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays being aware that work-life balance is a crucial factor to their success and unique culture.
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How many years of experience do DSW employees have before joining?
Years of experience at DSW: Newcomers: 32%, Experiencers: 16%, Experts: 20%, Veterans: 32%. DSW employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.
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Where did DSW employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before DSW: Abercrombie & Fitch, Bath & Body Works, Express. Typical DSW employees have worked at Abercrombie & Fitch.
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What industries did DSW employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of DSW: Niche Retailers, Clothing Retailers, Food & Beverage Retailers, Colleges / Universities, General Merchandise Retailers. DSW employees most likely come from a Niche Retailers industry background.
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Where did DSW employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at DSW: Small: 19%, Medium: 7%, Large: 74%. Most DSW employees have previously worked at large companies.
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How long do people stay in a role at DSW?
Time employed at DSW: <1: 10%, 1-3: 29%, 4-8: 46%, 9-13: 12%, 14-20: 3%, 20+: 0%. Most DSW employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.
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How does DSW rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at DSW: 37.6% Male and 62.4% Female. Age ratio at DSW: 16-20: 1%, 21-30: 61%, 31-40: 24%, 41-50: 10%, 51-60: 3%, 60+: 1%. DSW rates - 18.4% more female than the industry average. Most DSW employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.
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What are the top roles at DSW?
Top roles of DSW: Sales Associate, Store Manager, Manager, Sales Supervisor, Operations Manager. The top role at DSW is Sales Associate.
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How does DSW rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at DSW: medium. DSW ranks medium for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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What companies do DSW employees go on to work at?
Future employers of DSW: American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Express, Nordstrom, Old Navy. People who work at DSW most typically go on to work for the American Eagle Outfitters.
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Southlake, TX
$27K-$33K / yr. (est.)
DSW, Inc. - Shops Of Southlake, Southlake [Retail Associate / Retail Sales] As a Store Associate at DSW, you'll: Provide friendly service to customers shopping in-store and those engaging through omni-channel services; Perform salesfloor and warehouse func
River Forest, IL
$34K-$41K / yr. (est.)
LOCATION NAME: River Forest Town Center, River Forest General Summary The Assistant Store Manager assists and performs the following functions alongside store management: customer service, merchandising, omni activities, and all inventory related actions t
Dedham, MA
$51K-$62K / yr. (est.)
DSW Store Manager BRAND: DSW REQ #: 146572 General Summary: The Store Manager in each store assumes a leadership role with accountability for maximizing store business results by consistently creating exceptional Customer experiences. Store Managers facili
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When did they start DSW?
Isabella Holmes4 years ago
In 1969, I believe.
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What industry does DSW operate in?
Liam Brown4 years ago
Retail.
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What’s the stock symbol of DSW?
Sophie Hayes4 years ago
DSW.
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Where’s DSW’s HQ located?
Sophie Hayes4 years ago
Columbus, OH.
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gender breakdown at DSW?
Isabella Holmes4 years ago
gender ratio is 62.4% female, 37.6% male.
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What’s DSW’s yearly revenue?
Sophie Hayes4 years ago
$2b to $5b
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I’m trying to find more companies like DSW. Any suggestions?
Liam Brown4 years ago
Similar companies for DSW: Abercrombie & Fitch, Bath & Body Works, Big Lots, Express, L Brands, Macy's, Victoria's Secret.
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What’s the name of DSW’s CEO?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Roger Rawlins.
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How long do people usually work for DSW?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
4-8 year(s).
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what kind of companies did DSW employees work for?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Large companies before DSW.
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How often do employees get promoted at DSW ?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
advancement opportunities are medium
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who are employees usually hired by after leaving DSW?
Liam Brown4 years ago
American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Express, Nordstrom, Old Navy, Sephora, Ulta Beauty, Victoria's Secret.
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Who are the top previous employers of DSW employees?
Sophie Hayes4 years ago
from what i found these companies Abercrombie & Fitch, Bath & Body Works, Express, Gap Inc., Macy's, Old Navy, The Limited, Victoria's Secret.
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How old are DSW’s employees in general?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
around 21-30.
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Where did most of DSW employees go to school?
Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Bowling Green State University-Firelands, Kent State University, Miami University-Hamilton, Ohio University-Eastern Campus, The Ohio State University.
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What is the mission of DSW?
Isabella Holmes4 years ago
"Great people, deep values, and a whole lot of shoe love. These are the things that make DSW Inc. what it is—a company that has changed what it means to shop for shoes, and defined what it means to truly be a Shoe Lover. Through our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Humility, we're on a mission to be the #1 place that America turns for shoes.".
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my previous workplace management micro managed everything!
A year ago
they are the best at my location 💯
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wonder how many locations they have in the united states
A year ago
they also have locations in Canada
A year ago
available both in the US & Canada 📍
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I heard its easy to get a promotion or pay raise
A year ago
Promotions come in once in a while. You may have to work long hours to show your potential
A year ago
I was given a raise after 6 months of work.
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hope that the workplace is diverse & inlcusive 🤞
A year ago
they are successful because they are diverse 💓
A year ago
more innovative & new ideas R brought forth
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benefits are better than what is expected in the industry
A year ago
family medical leave, Paid holidays 👏
A year ago
Flexible spending account, Health savings account
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I am trying to find out the most attractive post so that I can apply for it, lol😂
A year ago
There is full time store supervisor, sales/ stock associate
A year ago
I think part-time manager because you don't work alot🤷
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im guessing they are not part of a union
A year ago
We are not part of any union
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Wondering if they do a background test
A year ago
AFAIK its only for upper management 🤔
A year ago
its not meant for all
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wondering how difficult the interview is 💭
A year ago
its not difficult at all.. go for it!
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wonder how our clients can reach us to solve their queries
A year ago
call in to talk to a rep or live chat
A year ago
they can also write a mail 📫
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share the kind of educational qualifications they look for
A year ago
has to corresponde to the position
A year ago
they were not really interested in it
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There are plenty of retail jobs to suit everyone
A year ago
Store Supervisor
A year ago
assistant store manager
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I hope DSW is liberal with dress code🙂
A year ago
smart casual and nothing with holes
A year ago
No shorts, no flip flops and your shoes should be in good shape😟
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wonder if shoes are sold only for men & women 💭
A year ago
no its for kids as well 👧
A year ago
Its for men, women & kids
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please let me know how RangeMe works 🙏
A year ago
its very simple to use ✨
A year ago
our IT department has done a wonderful job with it
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super anxious about my upcoming interview
A year ago
be yourself and smile
A year ago
have a winning attitude 🥰
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I would like to work with them but I don't know much about their hiring process😶
A year ago
Their hiring process is actually faster than I imagined🥺
A year ago
I applied, took an interview and was hired right away
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I heard they have flexible working hours👌
A year ago
True, that's how I was able to work there part time
A year ago
yah, the working hours are quite flexible👍
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im told that they are very big on giving back to the community
A year ago
we have a project called Soles 4 Souls
A year ago
donating shoes is helpful & creates less waste! 👏
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heard there are different shipping benefits for different club members
A year ago
yes according to levels ❗
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i hear that they have different brand names under it
A year ago
the shoe warehouse
A year ago
the shoe company 😀
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wonder if we provide all kinds of shoes to the customers
A year ago
boots , sandlals, slippers
A year ago
espadrills, heels, flats for women
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can someone let me know our exchange policy
A year ago
yes but only if they want to change the color or size
A year ago
yes customers can exchange things
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heard the do backgroud & drug tests
A year ago
yes we had both ✌
A year ago
i had to a drug test but no background check was done
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Can someone let me know the locations of the nail salons 💅
A year ago
i know about the one at Ploaris
A year ago
i think there are 3 in total 3️
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we are loved for our VIP program
A year ago
customers recieve something special on their birthdayss 🎂
A year ago
points are awarded every time they shop
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I finished my interviews 2 days ago but haven't gotten feedback😫
A year ago
Keep checking your emails and ensure you can be reached through ur phone
A year ago
Maybe there are working on many other applications but they'll get to you soon enough
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customers love that we have so many options for returns
A year ago
AFAIK there is they can mail it, return it in-store, or even online
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please let me know how the feedback is delivered
A year ago
very good commnication 🗣
A year ago
it was one on one for me
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love it when work has a plesant work pace
A year ago
its fast paced but sitll is very plesant 💨
A year ago
medium paced
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Different tiers offer different benefits to the customers
A year ago
for VIP elite its for 365 days a year
A year ago
there are different benefits thats right ✅
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wanna know if we can work from home
A year ago
you cant work remotely
A year ago
that option is not available
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heard from the employees that the culture is great
A year ago
we are always encouraged to do better
A year ago
we are treated with respect both by the management & customers ❤
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flexibility is often what i look for in the worplace
A year ago
i did not have to struggle with it
A year ago
yes they are felxible .. just let them know about your needs 👍
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I heard DSW is a great workplace
A year ago
The management was very supportive when I worked there
A year ago
They helped me earn extra cash while schooling🤩
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Fingers crossed that the career development is good 🤞
A year ago
the training helped me succed in my career 😍
A year ago
im extremely happy with the opportunities
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wondering what kind of jobs are in distribution centers 🤔
A year ago
there are many job positions available hre
A year ago
processor, material handler
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Share the type of interview questions please 🙏
A year ago
very general and baisc interview type questions
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its lovely that anyone can donate shoes here
A year ago
people can drop it in the Shoe it Forward box 😍
A year ago
they encourage people to donate gently used or new shoes
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I heard that their interviews are hard
A year ago
They test your customer care skills
A year ago
They kept giving me customer interaction scenarios😅
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wonder if we charge the customers a return fee
A year ago
gold & elite members are exempt from it
A year ago
just have to fill up the pre-paid return form
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I wonder whether they have any employee benefits
A year ago
They give paid holidays/vacations to eligible employees
A year ago
DSW also has life insurance/ disability
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please share the pros and cons of work 🙂
A year ago
customers who shop here are so polite & kind 🤗
A year ago
management is great!
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im told they have a minimum age requirement to work
A year ago
Maybe 14 or 16.. maybe.. 🤷
A year ago
think it might be 16 atleast
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heard they sell work and safety shoes as well 👂
A year ago
ALL kinds of shoes under the sun is available here
A year ago
they aslo sell luxury labels like ferragamo
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gift cards are easy way for our customers to spread love
A year ago
access to pysical and digital giftcard
A year ago
the traditional gift cards can be home elivered 🏡
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im so confused if there really is a nail salon ❓
A year ago
yes its called the W nail bar
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they have lots of good paying corporate jobs as well
A year ago
it pays well and the career opportunities are great
A year ago
techincal engineer
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Been wondering whether they offer internship placements
A year ago
Yes they do have an internship program to develop young talents
A year ago
They do offer internship opportunities. I worked there as an intern for 12 weeks.
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someone let me know how the hiring process goes
A year ago
tooke about 2 weeks for me 📆
A year ago
For me i as hired in a heartbeat!
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People find i very convinent that they are repair theri shoes here
A year ago
help with belts, handbags and shoes
A year ago
its convinent for them ⚘
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Heard that they also have internship opportunities
A year ago
Grateful for the first hand experience in the insustry 😇
A year ago
i was prepared to take on the real world after my internship here
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besides education what do they look for in an employee
A year ago
thinking out of the box 📦
A year ago
coming up with creative solutions 🎉
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fngers crossed that raises happen often 🤞