Smith Careers, Benefits, Review

In recognition of our DEI efforts, Smith’s co-founders and directors, Bob and Lee Ackerley, were recently named Best CEOs for Diversity by Comparably. This award is based exclusively on anonymous feedback from our employees of color on the Comparably website. Additionally, Houston Business Journal named Smith an Outstanding Diversity Helping Hand in 2021. Our longtime partners at The HUB nominated us in recognition of our dedication to the promotion and advancement of diversity and inclusion in their business operations and the community at large.

Still, our work to promote and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion at Smith is never done. We continue to challenge our people to be a part of this growth, and we are constantly on the lookout for new opportunities to lift up the diverse voices and experiences of our innovative and extraordinary workforce.

Learn more about Smith's employees and how we embrace diversity.

Find out more about Smith.

Smith knows electronic components inside and out. As the industry's top independent distributor and eighth-ranked overall, we're who major manufacturers turn to when the demand for their new phones or laptops leaves them without enough vital components for production, or when obsolescence or shortage makes getting needed parts a challenge. With an expert team and international reach, we help customers – from computing to energy to aeronautics and defense – get the parts they need when they need them. Our focus on quality and investment in people, programs, and tools ensure that we provide our customers only the best parts and service.

Our Culture

The roots of Smith's success as a company are the people of our global team and the strong identity we've built and sustained over the years. Our name may be ordinary, but our company is extraordinary, with a corporate culture that sets us apart.

Entrepreneurial Roots

Founded in 1984, Smith is privately held and is built on a thriving, competitive, entrepreneurial culture. In the last five years, our sales have exceeded $12.6 billion, and we've maintained our leadership in the industry with supply chain expertise and component knowledge that are hard to find elsewhere. We're aggressive in our drive to provide top-quality products and great customer service, and our traders are driven and determined. Our fast-paced, internationally focused environment is a place to let your ambition thrive, take risks, forge lasting customer loyalty and relationships, and build up a strong foundation for your success.

Commitment to Sustainability

Work with Smith, and you become part of a company whose green programs are setting an example in the industry. Our focus on sustainability runs deep: from the solar panels soaking up sunlight and powering our global headquarters with clean energy to the recycling programs at each of our global offices, we're always looking for the next step we can take to reduce our footprint on the planet.

Relaxed Environment

A casual dress code and relaxed environment are part of our corporate culture. So wear a tie or wear shorts to work, and enjoy working with a warm and cooperative company team. Frequent company events strengthen friendships and the great team dynamic in our company, supporting what we already know: Our strength and uniqueness lie in our people.

While Smith's environment is fast-moving, adaptable, and exciting, we provide employees a stable foundation to work from by providing competitive benefits. In addition to the benefits we provide, there are perks just working here: From the thriving local cultures and industries of the cities we're established in to our great medical coverage, there are countless benefits to working with Smith.

After your first 60 days working full time with us, you'll be eligible for health benefits. Our health plan provides affordable premiums and a company-sponsored health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) program to help reimburse you if you have to pay into your deductible. Preventive services are covered in full, without any out-of-pocket costs.

Our dental and vision plans put the ability to care for your health in your own hands, with especially strong support for the preventive care that will prevent major issues – and costs – down the line. Our dental plan covers 100% of the cost of preventive services and part of the cost of other basic and major services, including orthodontia. Our vision plan covers comprehensive eye exams, provides allowances for lenses/frames or contacts, and also provides access to laser eye surgery discounts.

Our health, dental, and vision plans aren't the only benefits Smith offers you. Smith provides Basic Life/AD&D insurance and disability coverage to all full-time employees at no cost. You may also benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, which offers free tools and resources to help you and your family make it over life's hurdles. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, where you can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related, out-of-pocket costs not covered by your insurance.

15 PTO days annually will offer a flexible way to use your time off. Whether it's for vacation or a sick day, you can manage your time as you need, and you’ll gain an additional ½ day of PTO for each year you work with us. Company holidays each year add to your time to recharge.

For U.S. employees, we offer a progressive maternity and paternity leave policy, in addition to time off for caretakers and for adoptive parents welcoming their new additions.

Eligible employees may contribute to our 401(k) retirement plan. Smith will contribute 3% of your total eligible compensation to your 401(k) account, regardless of whether you choose to contribute. In addition to the 3% contribution, Smith pays all 401(k) administrative fees.

Start Out Right: Smith University and Mentorship

Smith University, our interdepartmental e-learning platform, will give you access to a full curriculum of online training courses at your fingertips, there to explore at your own pace. Smith’s business model is complex, which is why our training program is engineered to help new traders learn how Smith works at every level.

You’ll learn the ins and outs of Smith fast and fluently.

The support from Smith's experienced team doesn't stop at virtual classes. With an average employee tenure of seven years, many of our earliest team members are still actively helping Smith grow today and are there to offer leadership and mentorship as you find a place in one of our immersive and supportive trading teams. You’ll have independence and support as you find your place here – a combination that ensures success.

You know you have potential. What you may not know is everywhere it might take you.

At Smith, we're constantly moving, growing, and evolving. The same goes for our people. With growth paths that aren't set in stone, you can work creatively and flexibly to shape where you go and who you become in the Smith global team. As an entrepreneurial company at heart, we have the benefit of leadership that is always focused on innovation and willing to listen to – and invest in – employee ideas and growth. This has allowed members of our team to take on vital roles in new departments, initiate and lead company-wide projects, and make a genuine mark on the company. At Smith, you have a voice and you can make an impact.

And the chance to make your mark isn't confined to one office. With sixteen offices spanning three continents, we're a diverse and dynamic company with real international reach. Each of our unique offices has one major trait in common: Every one offers a thriving environment aimed for success.

Work with Smith, and you work with a worldwide community where your chances for movement and growth are limited only by your ambition.

Expand your horizons with us.

Your chance to build your own success starts as soon as you join our team. From when you first pick up the phone to start making contacts and building relationships with customers, you're building up your identity with Smith and your foundation for achievement now and in the future.

With potential customers everywhere, you'll find yourself hunting down leads and opportunities around the world and showing new contacts just what Smith can do for them. Once you build up customer relationships and meet their needs for sourcing quality parts fast, you'll find real payoff in your sales commissions. With hard work, a single phone call can turn into a partnership and years of business.
Our trading floors are the life of Smith, with an active, competitive, and fun learning environment. And the chances for earning success and rewards with Smith are abundant. Challenge yourself and see the possibilities.

Smith offers employees opportunities to help their neighbors – no matter where in the world they are. Whether they’re swimming in the canals of Amsterdam to raise money for cancer research or donating school uniforms and care packages to Houston’s children in need, our employees are committed to making the world a better place. Learn more at: https://www.smithweb.com/corporate-social-responsibility/.

Find out more about Smith.

Smith knows electronic components inside and out. As the industry's top independent distributor and eighth-ranked overall, we're who major manufacturers turn to when the demand for their new phones or laptops leaves them without enough vital components for production, or when obsolescence or shortage makes getting needed parts a challenge. With an expert team and international reach, we help customers – from computing to energy to aeronautics and defense – get the parts they need when they need them. Our focus on quality and investment in people, programs, and tools ensure that we provide our customers only the best parts and service.

Our Culture

The roots of Smith's success as a company are the people of our global team and the strong identity we've built and sustained over the years. Our name may be ordinary, but our company is extraordinary, with a corporate culture that sets us apart.

Entrepreneurial Roots

Founded in 1984, Smith is privately held and is built on a thriving, competitive, entrepreneurial culture. In the last five years, our sales have exceeded $8 billion, and we've maintained our leadership in the industry with supply chain expertise and component knowledge that are hard to find elsewhere. We're aggressive in our drive to provide top-quality products and great customer service, and our traders are driven and determined. Our fast-paced, internationally focused environment is a place to let your ambition thrive, take risks, forge lasting customer loyalty and relationships, and build up a strong foundation for your success.

Commitment to Sustainability

Work with Smith, and you become part of a company whose green programs are setting an example in the industry. Our focus on sustainability runs deep: from the solar panels soaking up sunlight and powering our global headquarters with clean energy to the recycling programs at each of our global offices, we're always looking for the next step we can take to reduce our footprint on the planet.

Relaxed Environment

A casual dress code and relaxed environment are part of our corporate culture. So wear a tie or wear shorts to work, and enjoy working with a warm and cooperative company team. Frequent company events strengthen friendships and the great team dynamic in our company, supporting what we already know: Our strength and uniqueness lie in our people.