Private Equity (PE) is destroying this company - Anonymous employee Univar Solutions Employee Review

2.0
26 Jan 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good people (what is left of them - so many have been let go to meet the blind requirements for specific metrics required by PE ownership).

Cons

Company will do anything to meet short term requirements of PE, with no concern for longer term impact. PE has failed at attempt to go public and now appears to be gearing up for either large scale acquisitions or break up with sell off.

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5.0
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Pros

Great pay. Home nights. You get out what you put in.

Cons

Long hours if you don't like to work.

2.0
26 Mar 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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