Just Some Advice - Anonymous employee Redwood Logistics Employee Review

2.0
Nov 4, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Chances are, if you're reading this you are either just out of college, looking for your first real job, and/or have never been in the logistics industry (or you're HR at Redwood). From my experience at Redwood and the friends I've made in the industry, I see that Redwood is a unique experience. For what it is, it's a good start and a way to get your feet wet. Most of the people I worked with were the best part and I have made some great friendships that should last a long time. Working in this industry is not for everyone and the longer you stick with it the more it will challenge you. It's a great way to test the person you are and what you want to become.

Cons

Take what I say here with a grain of salt considering this is my viewpoint. While this is a good starting point as a career and overall experience there are some drawbacks. You will be under pressure to perform. Whether it's in an operational or sales role. This is ok though. Challenges can be good and this is a challenging industry for a number of reasons. From my experience though, if you have management that will impede you're ability to do this and my case as well, drive you to the point of tears, then you start to see some red flags. What I learned though from this, is to not take crap from anyone and don't work anywhere you're not willing to be fired. The level of disrespect that exuded from management and that I still hear about today is all the more ironic that "respect" is listed as one of their core values. I'm not saying avoid this place. My advice to anyone considering this place is this: if they're offering you a job get clear expectations of specifically what you will be doing. Get the hours you will be working and if there are anything outside of this that will be expected. Ask what they're expecting of you and what happens (and over what timeframe) if you exceed or fail to hit those expectations. Get these clear and hold them to it. If they can't convey this information then maybe consider this a red flag. Overall, if you consider yourself of a strong personality that can hold your own then you should be fine whether you stick with this place or not. I've still seen people that claim to have this and have faltered nonetheless. Just my advice. You can make of this as you will.

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5.0
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Pros

Redwood has a great culture with a number of opportunities for internal growth. They have a unique business offering to a robust industry that sets them apart from competitors. You feel supported by your peers and leaders. Leadership is not afraid to help, teach and back up their teams, no matter the task.

Cons

The logistics industry, and Redwood’s role within it, is fast-paced and dynamic, offering employees the opportunity to build strong organizational and relationship-management skills. Success in this environment requires staying proactive, adaptable, and responsive to client needs. At times, client demands can be urgent and may extend beyond standard business hours, including evenings or weekends. While this can be challenging, it also provides an opportunity to demonstrate commitment, problem-solving, and a high level of service. Given the transactional nature of the industry, the effort invested may not always feel immediately reciprocated. However, this is a common aspect of working in a brokerage environment and can ultimately lead to long-term relationship building, professional growth, and a deeper understanding of the business.

4.0
May 17, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great culture, they want to see you grow

Cons

If you have never worked in logistics it is a challenge

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