Kimball International Employee Reviews for Distribution Manager

"Fantastic company to work for in the 1980's, with the explosive growth taking place"

What do you like about working at Kimball International?

"The ability to get things done, with minimal distraction from upper management, at the time. The furniture division was growing 15-20% per year and nothing could stop the climb"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"I would love to return and see what positive changes I could make and assist in their recovery to a 1st rate supplier."

What don't you like about working at Kimball International?

"Toward the end, the recession hit and it was a panic to trim budgets and expenses at any cost, compromising the integrity of the distribution network I was managing."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Return to your roots and begin accepting the feedback from your 1st and 2nd line managers. Also, don't micro or overmanage your employees, if they have earned the position, allow the latitude to do their jobs."