A soul-sucking establishment - Administrative Univar Solutions Employee Review

2.0
Feb 14, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

You're employed and you have benefits. There's a water cooler, fridge and bathroom. Have I reached my 20 word minimum yet?

Cons

Do you want to work unlimited overtime and not get compensated for it? Do you hate work/life balance? Do you enjoy being given unattainable goals that your pathetic bonus will be based on? Is training not your thing? Do you like being in a constant state of fear and paranoia about whether you’ll lose your job? Then you’re going to LOVE it here at Univar!

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
Mar 26, 2026
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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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