Poor, distant senior leadership, lacks proximity to analysts - Supply Chain Analyst Unilever Employee Review

2.0
28 Apr 2021
Recommend
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Pros

- Employee discounts are great - Fast paced environment - Great company name for your resume - One of the top, award winning supply chain's - Ability to work cross functionally with many different departments

Cons

- The managers and directors, all the way up to the president of North America, and the CEO in Europe are very distant from the work the analysts do. Some managers are micromanagers some are very distant, hands off and only get involved when there are problems - Analysts lack trust in leadership...seems like there is always an ulterior motive for various initiatives like closing an office and outsourcing jobs.

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Cons

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Pros

Working at Unilever in Raeford offers strong overall benefits, including good pay for the area, solid health insurance, retirement options, and additional perks like tuition assistance and employee discounts. The company provides a stable work environment as a large global organization, with opportunities for career growth and skill development in a modern, well-maintained facility. Employees often highlight the team-oriented culture, supportive coworkers, and clean, safety-focused workplace. Overall, it’s considered a reliable employer with good work-life balance and long-term career potential.

Cons

Working there can involve long hours and rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, which can make work-life balance harder depending on your role. The job can also be physically demanding, especially in production or warehouse positions, requiring standing for long periods and repetitive tasks. Because it’s a large corporation, there can be strict policies, less flexibility, and slower decision-making. Additionally, while growth opportunities exist, advancement can sometimes feel competitive or slow without the right connections or timing.

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