Foundever reviews

3.9

77% would recommend to a friend

(19,176 total reviews)
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Laurent Uberti

83% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

Foundever has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 19,176 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Foundever employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Télécommunications industry (3.5 stars).

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1.0
Jun 3, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Free Coffee and Hot Chocolate Some Employees were a Pleasure to Work With Flexible Hours Available Overtime Opportunities (When available)

Cons

The Lowest Paid Time Off Rate I ever Received Disorganized Facility Coffee Was Gross Treatment of Employees Led to Low Morale Frequent Inconsistencies led to Massive Turnover Questionable Hiring Practices Ridiculously Low Wages for all the Work required for almost all employees "Bait and Switch" approach post hiring (they did this twice!) Overtime is almost mandatory to bring home subpar check Invasive Security Checks Terrible Attendance Policy Practically glued to your seat Absolutely Condescending Customers Brand New Facility, constantly having issues with hardware and software No HR Department, literally just a computer, phone number, and a fax machine. Feeling of Hopelessness some days due to a lack of floorwalkers, coaches, etc

1.0
May 13, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

There are raises for the first two years, after that there are no more raises. There are advancement opportunities, if you are popular with the management team.

Cons

They add more and more work, with no raises. There is no recognition for going out of your way to help out. Schedule change every four months. Employee's with medical notes from doctors, can keep there schedules to fit their needs. Desk and keyboards are very dirty. When it rains, there are several major roof leaks. There are not enough working microwaves. They kick you down a lot more then praise you. They hire managers that have been terminated from other employers and it shows.

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Foundever Response
9y
Thank you for your feedback! I just wanted to take the time to address some concerns that you have brought to the table. Sitel is an outsourced company as such raises are determined per client contract. As of April 1st every associate received a $2.00 raise on top of the already scheduled raises. I also do not know many companies that are willing to give 4 raises with in the first year of employment. I for one am thankful for this. Advancement is not a popularity contest. Decisions are made based on individuals dedication, performance, willingness to be a team player, previous history etc. The application process is set up to go through the HR team initially and trickles down to direct supervisors. Advancement opportunities may seem difficult to accomplish because the competition is fierce! We have already given 60 advancements this year alone and that does include those that were willing to go with paid relocation to our sister sites. As for recognition there are several programs set in motion to provide recognition but one should be dedicated with a positive attitude and one will receive much more. The first is the "Director All Stars", There are also rewards for good MSATs, as well as Metrics ribbons to be displayed on your lanyard. Not only that but this company goes above and beyond to provide plenty of merchandise freebies (bags, sunglasses, pens, photo holders, water bottles, cake (every month for birthday celebrations)candy, weekend meals etc...) on a regular basis. I have worked with Sitel for over 2 years and not once have I noticed a roof leak. If you can point out where they are I would be happy to get that addressed. There are 4 working microwaves in the cafeteria at any given time. The majority of the time people do use the Sitel provided vendor. (The tacos today were delicious!) When supervisors do provide feedback consider they are constructing you to be successful at your job! Having been a supervisor I know for a fact that praise and recognition are just as important as constructive criticism, but also being an agent it is a different perspective. It is much easier to say from the agents perspective that, "All they say is what I have done wrong." Next time you go in for your one on one please try and pay attention for your own sake to what they recognize in you. If it really is never anything take a look at applying the feedback given. I only know of 2 managers that were hired in from outside of the company. Most of the managers start at agent status and work their way up the ladder by dedication (Hence another reason 60 promotions in a years time. People can move up if their passion and desire is voiced and applied). Even our site director started as an agent and with in 5 years has established his seat at the head. I certainly hope this explains some of the frustration and gives you an alternative and more positive perspective on the company.
1.0
Mar 10, 2016

Modern day slavery.

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The co workers are lovely. It pays the bills. There is always overtime available. The two week training is fun.

Cons

I have done two lapses at Sitel; desperation made me return. The first time I stayed a year. The second time, I couldn't even manage to stick around for two months. I didn't think it was possible for the staff to be treated any worse but apparently it it. You're lucky if you even get ten seconds in between calls. There is no support for difficult calls, 'managers' don't want to deal with it. The processes are backwards. There is not enough staff because we are treated like numbers instead of human beings; that's okay though because they make up for that with their 'tea runs'. After training and grad bay, you are put out onto the floor with little or no support; may the odds ever be in you're favor. Favoritism is a huge thing here, if management dislike you, you won't progress. There is no sympathy for any kind of illness, even if it is your children. I would never return to this godforsaken place.

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Foundever Response
7y
Thank you for taking the time to leave some feedback following your employment with us here at Sitel Exeter. However, we are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience. We have made some changes to how escalations and/or difficult calls are handled and Team Managers spend more time with their teams one to one on coaching sessions to ensure that everyone can improve their skills and knowledge and go through any development and progression goals too. We take care to show appreciation for the hard work that everybody puts in each day. Should you wish to discuss any of your points in more detail, please do give us a call on: 01392 889200.
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