Pros
Opportunity for quick advancement due to high turn over Great way to get your feet wet in sales You will have an instant crash course in business and the industry
Cons
Goals and expectations (30% growth year over year) are unreasonable for many markets. Pressure to sell vending machines is becoming intolerable Unless you are in new markets, GM position is as high as you are likely to get Company relies on your relationship with customers to get them through major flaws in with shipping service (Deliveries are chronically late and/or product lost). Pay is terrible for the amount of work and stress put in. This corporation should not be considered a long term opportunity. The company spends a lot of time telling you progress is just a matter of work ethic and planning, which to a degree is true, but factors such as market potential, lost business due to high turnover, and current successes are not considered at all. Get ready to be constantly chided for one failing or another despite any progress you have been able to make. You will also have a hard time competing with other suppliers which are happier to operate on half the margins with more reliable delivery options. And above all, be prepared to learn everything on your own, make the Fastenal Help line your best friend.