Graybar reviews

3.4

51% would recommend to a friend

(1,261 total reviews)
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Kathleen M. Mazzarella

63% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

Graybar has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 1,261 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Graybar employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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1K reviews
3.0
Mar 29, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great place to learn and gain knowledge for the career you are interested in.

Cons

Lack of room for growth in project management.

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Graybar Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience—it’s great to hear that you found Graybar to be a strong foundation for building knowledge and career direction. We also acknowledge that growth opportunities are key to long-term satisfaction. Your feedback is helpful as we look at ways to strengthen internal mobility and career pathways. If you’d like to share more, please email us at reviewfeedback@graybar.com.
1.0
Mar 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

In my view, there may be limited benefits to working at Graybar when it comes to enhancing professional experience. It appears that the emphasis on employee ownership may take precedence over opportunities for professional development.

Cons

The organization is facing several challenges that warrant attention. It appears that employee retention within the Comdata department is a significant issue, as there seems to be a consistent turnover of new staff. Additionally, there may be a disconnect between management and the operational realities of the department, which can hinder effective leadership. Enhancing leadership within the Comdata department could be beneficial in addressing these concerns. It is essential to consider these factors to improve the work environment and reduce the tendency for employees to seek opportunities with competitors.

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Graybar Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. We recognize that while employee ownership is a core part of our identity, it must be balanced with robust professional development opportunities to truly support our team’s growth. Your observations about leadership, retention, and departmental challenges are important and we value your insights as we are always working to improve in all aspects of our organization. We invite you to email any additional thoughts to reviewfeedback@graybar.com.
3.0
Mar 27, 2025

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Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great support from co workers

Cons

Not great for work life balance

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