Incompetence Glorified - Marketing UNFI Employee Review

1.0
Nov 30, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Free stuff and a decent employee cafeteria

Cons

Directors and above are lacking and managment skills (99% would not be in leadership positions in any other Fortune 500 company) Passive/agressive leadership Gossip and backs tabing is common at all levels Being "thrown under the bus" is a daily event No clear leadership or direction - treat employees wiht 20-30 years of experience as idiots simply because they're not at the "director level" as if once you acheive that title you gain infinite wisdom (HA) Current culture carries over from wholesale (kickpacks, vendor favoritism run rampant) Too much power given to the banners Too many people think they have the "D" (decision} but no one is in charge! Spin, spin, spin Very top heavy and not enough worker bees

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5.0
Jan 22, 2026
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Pros

Hard work is acknowledged and rewarded Supportive leadership Opportunities to learn and develop Fast‑paced environment that builds strong skills

Cons

Can be demanding at times (but worth it if you like being challenged)

3.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

You get to provide quality products to independent retailers

Cons

They will eliminate positions and leave unqualified persons employed

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