Hierarchial big-pharma environment - Anonymous employee Alcon Employee Review

3.0
27 Jun 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

intelligent workforce, people generally feel passionate about what they do. a lot of people who have been around a long time.

Cons

very effected by takeover by Novartis. the company has more procedures than you can imagine. management is highly variable. genearally poor communication.

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Pros

Benefits, Work Life balance and culture

Cons

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3.0
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Pros

The company has lots of perks and benefits and competitive compensation.

Cons

The culture has suffered significantly and there is a lack of support and commitment to the procurement function. The current morale is low with most people strategizing an exit plan.

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