Rapid decline of a once great company - Anonymous employee Univar Solutions Employee Review

1.0
Apr 25, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Shockingly, Univar has managed to retain some wonderfully talented employees.

Cons

Univar treats it's employees as disposable. The company is rampant with bullying, harassment and an utter lack of interest in its employees. Employees are over worked, under paid and under constant threat of firing and retribution when violation of company policies and compliance standards are brought to the attention of management. Univar talks a lot of talk about safety and protecting its employees, customers and the environment but doesn't walk the walk. Employees are consistently misled as to the companies stability, potential move, and financial outlook. Amid the compliance issues, safety issues and day to day incidents where the company falls short there is the incredibly sad practice of hiring new, less qualified people forcing long term employees out the door. It's a shameful environment that is intentionally designed to cut people, standards and operating expenses.

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2.0
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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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