Be Careful... - Account Manager Univar Solutions Employee Review

1.0
13 June 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Big company. Livable salary. Room to advance career if you're in it for the long haul. Clean and safe environment.

Cons

There are many downsides to working for Univar that may not appear immediately, but you will find out that the company has minimal respect for their employees. They expect you to make miracles occur to meet their ridiculous targets and if you don't, look out. Senior management is the "old boys" club. Warning, this company has a no reference policy. Therefore, if you part ways with Univar, you will not get a reference. Those who start a career here will have a difficult time finding another job afterwards. I have seen great people let go from Univar with many years of experience who should have earned a positive reference, but Univar has the no reference policy. Unrealistic expectations for the sales department. The bonus is small. They expect you to do what would take at least 50-60 hours per week to meet their standard expectation. If you only put in the 40 hours you are paid for, you will not survive. Be prepared to put in the time, but do not expect to be repaid properly.

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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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