I had a former associate tell us they were getting a better paying job and working hours by going to Petsmart. According to the former associate this was the best move on their part and they were getting away from the horrible management at Sam's.
Irony of the situation is that 2 former assistant managers work at the Petsmart.
A locally owned gas station owner recruits openly in our club. He tells the associates he will give them a 7 to 3 schedule and no weekends plus a starting rate that is a $1 more than the club offers. About a month into the position that all changes. They are told if they want to keep the pay they now have to work closing shifts and weekends. When an employee starts with this gas station they sign a job offer with the infamous line of employment is not guaranteed and terms and conditions can be changed.
Our local Walmarts about 2 years ago lost a $1 off their pay due to company changes and you should have seen the flood of associates leaving. Many tried to come over to Sam's Club and many tried to get back on with Walmart.