Micro-managing to the hilt. Retail coverage merchandiser for Kraft and proctor and gamble.
Pros
I transitioned into the company when they purchased my division at Mosaic. I had been with mosaic for over 4 yrs. I work full time and I enjoy working with my store managers.
Cons
Extremely large territory. Extreme wear and tear on car. No raise in 6 yrs. Mileage reimbursement is a joke. New plan pays 14.95 cents a mile. High turn over, if you take time off you still have to get all your work in your territory done and keep it all under 40 hrs. Overtime is not permitted. My territory spans from Oregon to Washington. Essentially, they ask you to cram two weeks of work into one week if you take a week off for vacation. Benefits are a joke. Medical premiums are 200 mos for employee and child. Deductible is $9000 a year before anything is covered. I can't afford it when it would consume more than half of my yearly income. Upper management ride you if you are working long hours, my territory is so large and drivetimes are fixed. If I cut store time, I get yelled at. Unreasonable expectations, they have taken my vacation time if I fall under 40 hrs without my approval, they question and micromanage everything. No work life balance, they do not want to pay for admin time..you are replaceable and they don't care. Expect no raises ever or appreciation for your work.
