Account Manager - Account Manager Univar Solutions Employee Review

1.0
Mar 5, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Good base for grandfathered reps, new reps paid less, 401K, company car, like the warehouse I work out of, prior to 2016 GREAT job.

Cons

New Management is pushing customers out and giving them to the competition due to the arrogance that they think Univar is. They want the perfect customer that doesn't exist and as an account manager you have NO control. A monkey could do our job at this point. An account managers role currently is to filter all the complaints and explain price increases and freight increases. Have to get approval to try and run your territory like a true business manager. It is very frustrating and mind blowing at this point. Not recommended!

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Pros

Exposure to large, high-value accounts and complex operational challenges. The role builds resilience quickly and provides strong experience in account management, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. There is a high level of ownership in day-to-day responsibilities, which can accelerate skill development for those who are self-driven.

Cons

Since the acquisition by Apollo, the work environment has noticeably declined. While new processes were introduced, leadership often did not take the time to fully understand or follow them, creating confusion and inconsistency across teams. Employees who raised questions or tried to improve processes were not always received positively, which discouraged feedback and innovation. There is also a lack of alignment between departments, leading to inefficiencies, miscommunication, and added pressure on employees managing critical accounts. Workloads are frequently excessive without adequate support, contributing to burnout and turnover. Compensation does not consistently reflect the level of responsibility and workload expected, which further impacts morale and retention. Overall, the organization feels reactive rather than structured, and direction has become increasingly unclear.

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