So my DH works at a nationwide car and bike store. Part of his benefits of working there is that he gets a good discount rate and this is also passed on to someone who lives with him (i.e. me). You are not allowed for anyone other than a person that lives with you to use the "partner discount" and years ago when I also worked there, it was a sackable offence to do so.
SH's boss often bends the rules when it is a small purchase, providing it is me buying it. For example, if a friend wants a bottle of car shampoo, we will buy it for them, they get the discount, DH's manager knows but it's not a huge discount so he doesnt mind.
There is an unwritten rule that if it is a big/expensive item, you can't do that.
One of my bosses (B1) who is lovely is well aware of the ability of my husband to give him discount but never asks and is fully prepared to pay full price. On occasions DH has seen him in store and has offered him discount which he has sometimes declined, sometimes taken. But never taken the mick. He has even bought my son a present in the past as a thank you.
Another boss (B2). IMO a proper piss taker. Will actively seek my DH out, even though I have told him DH can't really give discount on large items and ask DH to give him discount. Puts DH on the spot and feeling awkward DH will give him the discount. He has even said to a mutual colleague before, Oh pop and see MrCJT, he'll give you discount. I was 
at him offering my husband's discount out willy nilly to someone DH hasnt even met before!
Yesterday I was popping to the car wash near DH and mentioned to B1 about it. He said oh that reminds me I need to get some car shampoo. I said well I can pick some up for you if you like. I'll get it a lower price don't forget. B1 said oh yes, well that'd be good but only if you have time. If not, don't worry I'll get some later on this evening. So I went and got him some. He was very grateful giving me the cash immediately and saying to thank my husband.
Today B2 called the office, couldnt get in touch with me as I was was on lunch and then rang my mobile! He asked me could I get a price on something (that is usually IRO £100+) from my husband and could my husband give him the "best price possible with his discount"
AIBU to think he's a cheeky git. On a side note, how do I tell him get stuffed.
AIBU?
to think my boss is taking the piss?
cjt110 · 30/10/2015 13:52
I work for a company with a staff shop selling our products at a discount (including gin 
), I can purchase on behalf of direct family (dh, dc, our parents), or give as gifts to anyone as long as I don't take cash.
If someone asks me to buy them something I simply tell them I'm not allowed (and maybe get it for them as a birthday/xmas present).
Your dh and you have brought this on yourselves by telling people you have the option of a discounts and then giving them out. Not surprised, and can hardly blame, B2 and others approaching your dh for a discount when they have been given the impression, either directly from yourselves or through the grapevine, that your dh will give them it.
Go with blanche idea and you and your dh stop offering/giving discounts that break company policy. If your dh loses his job or is disciplined over this the only person to blame will be himself.
Well, in the spirit of Christmas Soon To Be, and all that, just shout "Bah! Humbug!" as often as possible.
They'll all get the hint
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