Current Exec. management has kept this company in downward spiral. - Outside Sales Representative Ryerson Employee Review

1.0
Mar 8, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is slightly above average for the industry. Benefits are still respectable but are steadily eroding. The company is still one of the largest in the industry. Good place to learn the industry. Good co-workers still, but many have moved on,

Cons

Short term bottom line and 'cut to profitability' thinking by executive management. High stress. Extremely unrealistic sales goals with ill thought out means to even attempt to achieve them. How did the 2013 goals work out?. Millions spent on ill thought out, wasteful, and expensive initiatives like a call-center (bad idea that causes confusion for customers and resentment internally) and Ryerson "Academy" (a GOOD idea but terribly implemented by the wrong people and far too costly). Company changes business philosophy every several years which causes confusion for customers.

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5.0
Apr 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible timing and great work environment

Cons

Need to improve sales for company

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Ryerson Response
1mo
Thank you for being part of Ryerson for over eight years and for taking the time to share such a positive review. We’re glad to hear you value the flexibility and positive work environment, and appreciate you being part of our team.
3.0
May 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

big company with over 70,000 items in stock nation wide

Cons

too many product managers that don't seem to be held accountable. warehouse is union and they take pride in shipping quality product

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Ryerson Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your contributions during your time at Ryerson. We appreciate the work you did while you were here and your perspective on the business. We truly appreciate the work you did with us and wish you continued success in your career.
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