Very well put.
This is a good job in any economy and a very good job in this economy, however, there is no development of the sales rep in this job. This makes this job good for the new grad looking to get in, and the vet that has money and want to work with less stress.
For reps in the middle of there career, I would say this is a terrible job, because you are not going to grow in your career. Look for something with more stability, or find a company that can develop you as a value to their organization. This company just kisses the ass of the company they are working with, which is good for them, but bad for the workers. That is always the case for contract type jobs.
As an ambitious person, this contract is driving me nuts. But, its all I can find. And I keep getting rejected for higher end jobs (always close, but no hire).
Its definitely a frustrating time to be looking in this job market, if you want to better yourself.