Outside Sales Representative - Outside Sales Representative Fastenal Employee Review

3.0
Feb 21, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Great resume builder. They give you the tools to become an outstanding sales Rep. Good work/life balance.

Cons

The Base is fair if you just do sales. Staffing is always a problem though so you are frequently stuck inside as an outside sales rep. The commission structure is not competitive even compared to similar companies (i.e. Grainger, MSC etc.) I have been laughed at by other sales reps when explaining Fastenal's Comp plan. No Cell phone or company car. Cant access anything you need remotely. Tech is way behind the times. Archaic company policies to cut corners and keep insurance costs low.

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5.0
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Pros

Good job to have during college. People are easy going and easy to get along with. Overall really good experience

Cons

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4.0
Jul 9, 2026
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Pros

Great company culture, love the investment they put in for career advancement. Great people to work with, CEO is amazing but he's stepping down this month. Benefits are good. Decentralized organization so your ideas and solutions actually get listened to and implemented. Feel like I'm actually making a difference in the company.

Cons

Pay is lower than the industry average for most departments and they don't keep up with the cost of living, don't do bonuses (unless you're in sales) or pay raises. You have to ask to get one and most times they say no. Very male dominant at the branches and in sales, but many women in corporate leadership. Don't have any DEI initiatives. Not flexible on relocation for internal management roles, have to be at corporate HQ in Winona, MN.

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