What Associates Have to Say
Maria Azary
Oklahoma City Store Manager,
Payless ShoeSource
“I’ve enjoyed every minute of my journey. It’s not just the shoes. It’s the people, the interaction with the customer and the excitement of the challenge every day. I love where I am.”
Sandi Williams
Director of Product Development,
Stride Rite Children's Group, Asia
“The breadth of products and price points creates a lot of opportunity within the organization for growth and learning across brands and departments. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help a newcomer learn the processes and business. It’s a great place to work.”
Alli Kader
Assistant Buyer, Women’s Casuals,
Payless ShoeSource
"There’s a lot of growth and movement within the company. It’s very exciting to be exposed to a number of brands. You get to see how every team works, so you can pursue your passion in the area that fits you best."
Kevin Barker
Vice President, Distribution and Planning,
Stride Rite Children’s Group
"The company had a greater vision of opportunity for me than I had for myself. Management recognizes people who show they want to learn and grow as team members and people who give 100%. It’s your responsibility to demonstrate those qualities and then say, 'Hey, Coach, put me in.'"
Debra Meltzer
Assistant Designer - Children's,
Payless ShoeSource
“There are so many opportunities in this organization. The Design Center office is very welcoming, and everyone’s interested in both teaching you and discovering what you can contribute. It’s a great environment.”
Curtis Snell
Human Resources Manager,
Payless ShoeSource South Zone
“The opportunity is there if you are willing to take the steps to make yourself more marketable.”
Marc Vitelli
Director of Product Design and Brand Manager for,
Sims & Lamar, Collective Licensing (CLI)
“This is a rad place to work. It’s a results-driven, healthy environment. There’s an opportunity to grow here for sure. We may be a small shop, but if you look at the number of brands we have going, the potential is definitely here.”
Bonnie MacDonald
Director of Operations,
Payless ShoeSource Canada
“What’s truly unique about this organization is that they have tremendous talent on board already, yet they clearly respect the talent and experience of professionals who join the company from other places.”
Dan Park
VP, Product Development & Sourcing,
Payless ShoeSource
“Our guiding principles are really important, and people actually live by them. That translates into a culture that is very collaborative, very open. It’s a large company, but it feels small. It’s customer-focused and innovative. We do what’s right. It’s a neat place to work.”
Janice Kwan
Director of Product,
Grasshoppers and Keds Sport
“We work as a team here. Coming to work every day is fun. To see a concept go from a 2-D paper drawing to a 3-D product and then see it displayed on a shelf is very satisfying and rewarding.”