Take the good with the bad... - Inside Sales Representative Ferguson Employee Review

3.0
Aug 25, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Great coworkers, decent opportunities for advancement if you have the right people in your corner. Work hard, play hard mentality - you'll have some great times outside of the office at company events, happy hours, etc. Breadth of locations makes relocation possible if there are business needs.

Cons

Long hours (45+ for everyone except drivers), understaffed branches/departments, but lots of fat in the corporate & management ranks. Difficult to get anything beyond the standard 2-3% merit increase unless you're willing to scratch and claw for it. Sales associates required to work at least one Saturday per month. Inconsistent messages about results - corporate trumpets about record-breaking numbers, but local management is constantly pinching pennies and tightening the belt. Incentives paid based on how well the district performs, not based on individual contributions to those results.

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Huge office space and freedom to work independently in break rooms instead of being stuck at a desk. They have many opportunities for growth but the high paying roles are salaried and are paid once a month instead of biweekly. Overall a great company with good benefits

Cons

Lower pay than normal for the work

3.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Stable company with strong financial backing and deep pockets. Solid commission opportunities once you build a strong client base. Certain regions and business groups are willing to invest in and support business growth.

Cons

Some regions are under constant pressure to cut costs, making it increasingly difficult to service customers effectively and grow the business. Management is often absent and lacks understanding of the day-to-day realities of running such a lean operation. Overall talent quality has been declining, and the management compensation and bonus structure frequently drives irrational decision-making.

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