It's tough working for a distributor! - Account Development Representative Arrow Electronics Employee Review

3.0
Nov 7, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Great training program. They teach you a lot about navigating the sales cycle, and provide a significant amount of technical electronics training. Very useful for the software / tech industry in general

Cons

Very low base pay for entry level positions. Decent commission structure but low margins hurt this. As a distributor you are constantly battling between the customer and the supplier to get your cut. Need to build your own account base from the ground up. Don't expect a lot of help here

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5.0
Mar 27, 2026
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Pros

I had a very positive experience interning at Arrow Electronics. The management team was supportive and approachable, and communication was clear and consistent throughout my time there. Expectations were well‑defined, and I always knew where to go if I had questions or needed guidance. My coworkers were professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with, which made collaboration smooth and enjoyable. Arrow also has a strong support system in place for interns, which helped create an environment where learning and growth were encouraged. Overall, Arrow Electronics provided a well‑structured and professional internship experience, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been part of the team. I would recommend Arrow to students looking for a solid and supportive internship environment.

Cons

I truly cannot think of much other than IT related hurdles which slowed down progress on my projects initially.

3.0
Jul 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible hours and strong start to sales career

Cons

Pressure is applied quickly to new ADRs. Lack of guidance in small markets

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