Unfortunate turn of the company - Customer Service Univar Solutions Employee Review

2.0
24 Jan 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Company has good potential----just don't think it will ever be realized. Excellent infastructure of warehouses and freight lanes that could set it apart from the competition, but internal strife has "felled the giant"!

Cons

Good ole boy network! All new management of buddies who don't listen to the long term employees has driven this once great company into the ground. Employees are not valued. Consultants have made all the $$$ while those who know what needs to be done are pushed down, ignored, and left the company. Anyone who has remained is heartbroken to see what has happened, and feels hopeful, but are giving up hope.

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Cons

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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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