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Edward Lehner
33 Ratings
Pros
"Great people and atmosphere, learned a lot about the company and industry" (in 14 reviews)
"Great work environment with people who are very willing to help at all times" (in 9 reviews)
Cons
"Expect upper management to be rude and passive aggressive" (in 8 reviews)
"It takes a lot for the Inside Sales Manager to interact with his employees; don't expect to have much interaction with management at all" (in 5 reviews)
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"Oustside Sales Rep"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
The company is willing to meet you half way with your career aspirations. Growing age of work force means several opportunities for younger employees to grow and succeed. I have only ever experienced an open door policy, and coworkers from the truck drivers to the senior management group are willing to answer questions.
Cons
Working in a business centered around buying and selling commodities can be challenging when prices go up or down. Some branches seem disjointed with others.
Ryerson 2018-03-06 14:27 PST![Ryerson Logo]()
"Outside Sales Representative"
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Ability to set your own schedule. The company as a whole has high aspirations, which makes you feel that you are working towards a common goal. Generally, the people within the company are easy to work with and will assist with questions/needs. There is a lot of room for advancement opportunity, but you can virtually guarantee having to relocate to do so.
Cons
Extremely long hours. Commission, even with hard work, can be hard to come by if the market isn't in your favor. There is a lot of inside sales turnover, making it frustrating due to having to adapt to new faces to those who assist the accounts you call on and manage.
Ryerson 2018-06-03 18:10 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"Stuck in the 1970s"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDisapproves of CEOI worked at Ryerson full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Not much good to say
Cons
- boys club
- outdated policies
-culture is terrible
-“a reading from the book of ‘yes’” felt like a cultRyerson 2018-06-01 12:01 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"RUN!!"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Ryerson full-time (More than a year)
Pros
Great co workers, health insurance
Cons
Major lack of training unless you go through the academy. Micromanaging bosses, lack of direction... Plans change daily what's right one day is wrong the next day. Vacation policy isn't good. Pay is way below average for the field. Lack of feeling valued unless your in sales you rank at the bottom. No room for advancement. Alot of favoritism.
Ryerson 2018-05-02 08:36 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"Inside Sales Representatives"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Current CEO is great, culture is good, and they have facilities nationwide.
Cons
Employees' salaries are typically below the industry average. There isn't much training outside of the bare minimum. Company runs very lean on the sales team. Hard to advance unless you are willing to move. Some management have questionable morals and values.
Ryerson 2018-04-30 18:35 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"Ryerson Academy"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time
Pros
Great entry level experience in sales.
Cons
You have to sign a 2-year contract. They are very expensive to get out of.
Ryerson 2018-04-30 18:15 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"Not bad, but not necessarily good"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time
Pros
Offices located nationwide
Bonuses are based on office performanceCons
Company is old
Not a lot of space for movement up
Says they promote from within but actually hire from the outside all the time for higher positions/new positions opening up.Advice to Management
Even though you continue initiatives to bring in a younger, newer employees, you do very little to ensure they stick around. With a significant portion of the labor force about to retire, I would take a look at the reasons why your younger employees are leaving before you have no employees
Ryerson 2018-03-29 08:10 PDT![Ryerson Logo]()
"Powerful past and promising future!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Ryerson is a company that has a powerful legacy; 175 years in business! The organization was built on the premise of hard work, strong service and an entrepreneurial spirit. If you want opportunity, there is plenty of it as the company continues to evolve. This company is not afraid to admit where we have gaps but then gives its employees the opportunity to be part of addressing the gaps. I am proud to work at a company where you can interact with all levels of the organization. It is a roll up your sleeves culture! Ryerson is a company where you can access the CEO or senior leaders easily. Ryerson also has locations everywhere so opportunities are far reaching if you are open to making a move!
Cons
There is a legacy culture that is evolving; you have to be patient as some changes don't happen quickly.
Advice to Management
Continue to communicate; so many good things are happening in the company! Although it is a challenge to connect everyone, keep up the communication!
Ryerson 2018-03-07 06:42 PST![Ryerson Logo]()
"Full time employee"
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Neutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time
Pros
Training is a priority and most employees have been here for many years. There can be many opportunities to move up if willing to relocate.
Cons
The culture of the company is definitely very traditional. Young professionals looking for a flexible work schedule or a progressive company may be disappointed.
Ryerson 2018-01-29 19:25 PSTHelpful (1)
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"Outside sales representative"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Ryerson full-time
Pros
Work/personal life balance. Freedom to grow and be in charge of your own success. Treated like family rather than just a body to fill a open position.
Cons
No cons that I can think of
Advice to Management
Keep on doing what your doing
Ryerson 2017-10-25 18:22 PDT
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Ryerson Response
Mar 19, 2018 – HR Coordinator
Thank you for sharing your experience!