Does Univar Solutions pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Univar Solutions employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Univar Solutions. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Univar Solutions?

50% of Univar Solutions employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Univar Solutions 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Univar Solutions?

Account Manager (73) , Customer Service Representative (46) , Supply Planner (29) , Manager (26) , Material Handler (24) , Sales (23) , Sales Manager (14) , Sales Representative (14) , Administrative Assistant (12) , Customer Service Specialist (12) , Estagiário (12) , Analyst (11) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (11) , Sales Account Manager (11) , Buyer (10)

What are the pros of working at Univar Solutions according to real employee reviews?

"Good Benefits and great 401K" ((in 141 reviews)); "Great for people who are good on their feet and like a fast pased job." ((in 118 reviews)); "Good pay and that’s about it" ((in 82 reviews)); "Work/Life balance is good since they end at 4pm and don't allow late or weekend work." ((in 43 reviews)); "Great culture and growing business" ((in 28 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Univar Solutions according to real employee reviews?

"poor management and lack of experienced mgt" ((in 108 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless and has a bunch of clueless yes men/women working for them." ((in 44 reviews)); "Managers don't even give you a chance." ((in 29 reviews)); "no bonuses/ no pay raise" ((in 21 reviews)); "Corporate office is full of favoritism and when issues come up, leadership blame others." ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about Univar Solutions layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Univar Solutions layoffs and their outlook for job security at Univar Solutions in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Univar Solutions locations?

Dublin , Chicago , Redmond , Houston , Downers Grove , Phoenix , Los Angeles , The Woodlands , Columbus , Dallas , Bedford Park , Morrisville , Atlanta , Strongsville , Twinsburg , San Jose , Norcross , Commerce , Denver , Kent , Birmingham , Salt Lake City , Conroe , New York , Waxahachie , Odessa , Seattle , Providence , Pittsburgh , Tampa

Univar Solutions reviews

3.2

50% would recommend to a friend

(1,243 total reviews)

David Jukes

47% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

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Univar Solutions has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,243 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Univar Solutions employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

3.0

Mar 25, 2025

Sales Executive

Key account manager (kam)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

promotes from within great benefits

Cons

Not organized works only on metrics no heart

Univar Solutions Response

1y

Thank you for your review. We’re glad you value our commitment to promoting from within and offering strong benefits. Supporting career development and employee well-being is a key part of our culture. We understand your concerns about organization, a heavy focus on metrics, and the need for a more people-centered approach. While metrics help guide performance, we know they must be balanced with empathy, purpose, and a strong sense of team. Your feedback is a valuable reminder of that balance, and we’re committed to improving both structure and culture.

5.0

Mar 25, 2025

Comp Analyst

Comp analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Company Values Employees Lots of positive changes happening

Cons

Lots of turnover in certain departments

Univar Solutions Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights! We’re excited that you’re feeling the positive momentum and recognizing the improvements across the company. It’s especially rewarding to hear that you feel valued—fostering a supportive and growth-oriented culture is one of our top priorities. We also understand that turnover in certain departments can be challenging. We're actively working on ways to strengthen team stability and improve the overall employee experience. Thanks again for your feedback—it helps us continue to grow and improve together.

2.0

Mar 24, 2025

Lazy management

Material handler

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay benefits and can hide and not work

Cons

Lazy supervisors - play favorites

Univar Solutions Response

1y

Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear you find value in the pay and benefits—providing competitive compensation and support is something we take seriously. We also understand your concerns about leadership and fairness. Strong, consistent management is essential to a healthy work environment, and we’re committed to holding all leaders to high standards of accountability and equity. Your input helps us continue to improve and create a more supportive workplace for everyone.

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