Pros
You will make many friends for life, as happens in most combat situations. Pete Peterson and Brian Davis. Brilliant SVPs with integrity and who are friendly and welcoming to all employees and vendors. Great place to learn and network and get a better job making much, much more money with a manufacturer. Located in paradise.
Cons
Low moral in most departments. Purposely set certain departments against each other (Product Marketing v Purchasing v Accounts Payable) to increase visible profitability. But the time lost in productivity by this arrangement is a hidden profit hit and probably much more impactful in the long run. Most departments are understaffed. Great employees have been RIF'd many times while slackers stay around for years. If salaried, expect to work a minimum of 50 hours a week. Product Managers are expected to solve every problem in every department if it concerns a vendor under their responsibility. The buck stops here.