ups and downs - Customer Service Representative Ferguson Employee Review

2.0
Dec 9, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It looks great on a resume to work at such a well known fortune 500 company and the discounts you can get from discontinued items from vendors are great.

Cons

There were no opportunities for growth in such a time of recession. Any jobs that may have been available were outsourced to temp agencies instead of hiring within the company. Even though the company wasted time training new people with no knowledge of the company, it saved them money in the long run beside they can pay temps the starting salary and no health care. I think that one of a company's first priority should have been to save a few people from being laid off.

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Huge office space and freedom to work independently in break rooms instead of being stuck at a desk. They have many opportunities for growth but the high paying roles are salaried and are paid once a month instead of biweekly. Overall a great company with good benefits

Cons

Lower pay than normal for the work

3.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Stable company with strong financial backing and deep pockets. Solid commission opportunities once you build a strong client base. Certain regions and business groups are willing to invest in and support business growth.

Cons

Some regions are under constant pressure to cut costs, making it increasingly difficult to service customers effectively and grow the business. Management is often absent and lacks understanding of the day-to-day realities of running such a lean operation. Overall talent quality has been declining, and the management compensation and bonus structure frequently drives irrational decision-making.

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