Brenntag reviews

3.0

48% would recommend to a friend

(679 total reviews)
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42% approve of CEO

38% positive business outlook

Brenntag has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 679 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Brenntag employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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679 reviews
1.0
Jul 19, 2026

Good leave days, but politics hinder meritocracy

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Pros

Number of leave days given is good

Cons

Very political. Management promote people they like and not according to abilities and experiences. Pay increment is pathetic, lower than inflation rate

1.0
Jul 5, 2026

Strong team, less consistent experience over time

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Pros

The people I worked alongside were the best part of the job.

Cons

While my early experience was positive, my experience changed significantly over time. Communication and the application of workplace policies became less consistent, and the work environment felt increasingly micromanaged. Workplace changes and employee transitions were not always handled in a way that felt transparent or consistent. In my experience, compensation and annual raises did not keep pace with employee contributions or expectations. I also believe the company could do more to recognize and support long-term employees, especially during periods of change. It was a reminder that the end of an employee’s experience often reflects the culture just as much as the beginning.

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