REI reviews

3.6

64% would recommend to a friend

(4,361 total reviews)
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Mary Beth Laughton

39% approve of CEO

35% positive business outlook

REI has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 4,361 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The REI employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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5.0
Aug 22, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

The benefits package is top notch. Every time I see a new doctor they are suprised by how much my coverage pays for. Not to mention the retirement and profit sharing plan... You get great perks and discounts. It doesn't seem to matter which store you are in the people are friendly and knowledgeable. Everyone legitimatly enjoys working here. All this fun and I get paid too? I really appreciate how supportive my company and team members are. Whether its a new outdoor activity or a life change, they support you in any way possible. This creates a great sense of balance between work and personal life. The pay is quite good when compared to other retailers. Retail is retail and I probably won't get rich working here but I will have a fulfilling career and won't wake up every day not wanting to go to work.

Cons

Retail in general can be a stressful environment. Some people would not be able to cope with the fast paced, ever changing environment. The schedule is flexible but that can make it difficult to have a pattern. This is particularily difficult for some when their spouse does not have the same flexibility. Fortunatly for me these points are desireable so I have found the perfect fit.

5.0
Jun 16, 2008

Great place to work!

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I love working for REI, the customers are great, as well as my co-workers/managers. Schedules are flexible and they do their best to give you any time off that you may request. The CO-OP is very community oriented, they do alot of great work in our area, as well as making awesome donations. Did I mention, they offer benefits to both part time and full time employees as well as additional discounts that are awesome!

Cons

The pay scale is a little on the low side. Also, they don't offer very many full time positions.

5.0
Jun 16, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The atmosphere is truly exceptional. They have really treat their people well. All of the exposure to the greatest gear is reason alone to work there. The people are caring and work towards enabling each other to do great things.

Cons

The pay is about medium rage... not low, but not exceptional. Some might find this a turnoff. The environment is so nice that people forget to be honest sometimes.

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