SF Planet

1.0

27 Mar 2014

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Pros

The pros are the people who work there, the co-workers [non-managers] are great. But then again I think everyone realizes how terrible this company is so everyone had each others back and tried to be supportive during this clueless time. Basically it's family vs the workers. Another pro is that I found another job right away so I didn't have to work here too long. The manger I worked under was great [he was a non family member] and our team was fun, but while I was leaving so were three others. We saw the writing on the wall.

Cons

- I understand its a small business, but hiring numerous family members and then giving them high management and sales positions is a huge mistake. The "family" continue to make costly mistakes to the company [millions in dollars] and they have no idea how to do their jobs. None of them have experience in the field they manage and yet hold all the cards and final decision. Most sit around and watch YouTube all day and if things go down hill they take it out on the team they manage. - I've seen family members with no experience or knowledge of a department be handed the keys to run a team, while others who have been with the company for years with all the experience be stepped over time and time again. I feel bad for those workers still there. - They offer 401K and benefits, then take them away. They offer more hours, then take them away. The shady business practices and lack of ethics at the top of the company is a cause for concern. They have no idea how to handle an American small business. - No job security what so ever, high turnover rate, suspect illegal workers and no chance of raises. They shipped many jobs over seas and laid off workers. Non-family managers have been working their for years with no pay raise, some have even seen their pay cut, while family members see a pay increase.

SF Planet Response

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S&F Corporation, DBA SF Planet, is an online retailer with outstanding success in our various marketplaces. S&F Corporation is currently headquartered in Woodbury, Minnesota with more than 80 employees providing jobs and business opportunities to the Twin Cities community. S&F Corporation has several recognition awards including a Top 10 Business Investment Award and a place in the Inc. 5000. As an internet-specialized business, we understand that it is crucial to address any concerns that may arise in the course of business. We view both positive and negative feedback as an opportunity to improve our company and encourage the opportunity to do so. S&F Corporation was indeed founded on the principles of a family business. It has since evolved into a thriving corporation, while still holding on to the original family business atmosphere. This allows for a diverse staff and a very good working relationship between management and employees. Currently, the management team is comprised of highly qualified individuals. S&F Corporation fills its open positions based on the job requirements of the position and selects the appropriate individual based on their merits, including but not limited to experience and education level. Promotions and pay are reviewed on a case by case basis and are offered based on job performance. S&F Corporation also provides a generous benefit package to its full time employees. Some of the benefits included are medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k. Employees at S&F Corporation have not experienced any layoffs and tend to stay with the company for several years. The average employee length of service is over two and a half years. If you have any questions or concerns regarding employment at S&F Corporation please feel free to contact us at HR@sfplanet.com and we would be more than happy to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding employment with S&F Corporation.

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