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 6% 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 (24) , Sales Manager (14) , Sales Representative (14) , Administrative Assistant (12) , Customer Service Specialist (12) , Estagiário (12) , Analyst (11) , Customer Account Partner (11) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (11) , Sales Account Manager (11)

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

"Good benefits and some nice co" ((in 142 reviews)); "Great for people who are good on their feet and like a fast pased job." ((in 119 reviews)); "Decent and decent pay." ((in 79 reviews)); "Work/Life balance is good since they end at 4pm and don't allow late or weekend work." ((in 41 reviews)); "Great culture and growing business" ((in 29 reviews))

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

"poor management and lack of experienced mgt" ((in 107 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless and has a bunch of clueless yes men/women working for them." ((in 43 reviews)); "Managers don't even give you a chance." ((in 28 reviews)); "no bonuses/ no pay raise" ((in 23 reviews)); "HR doesn't care about employees." ((in 12 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

(1,246 total reviews)

David Jukes

49% approve of CEO

42% positive business outlook

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Univar Solutions has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,246 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

5.0

Jun 26, 2025

Five-star experience working at Univar

Plant manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Collaborative, professional environment with strong teamwork Excellent work–life balance and flexible hybrid options Supportive middle management and open-door leadership Opportunities for growth through internal training Competitive benefits and employee retention—average tenure 6.5 years

Cons

Limited career advancement and growth pathways Workload and pace can be intense, especially in operations Some teams face occasional understaffing and uneven management presence Language domain knowledge required; can be complex for newcomers to the chemical industry Occasional inconsistency in senior management visibility and strategic direction

Univar Solutions Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing such comprehensive feedback. We’re pleased to hear you value our collaborative environment, strong teamwork, and flexible work options, as well as the opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We also appreciate your insights on areas for improvement, including career advancement pathways, workload balance, and management visibility. Your perspective is important as we continue to refine our strategies and create an environment where people matter and thrive. Thank you for being part of Univar Solutions.

4.0

Jun 8, 2025

Work life balance

Cssr customer service sales representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hybrid schedule, social events, recognition.

Cons

Micromanaging, no flexibility in office days

Univar Solutions Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you appreciate the hybrid schedule, social events, and recognition programs. We understand your concerns about flexibility and micromanagement, and we take this seriously as part of our commitment to creating a supportive work environment. Your input helps us identify opportunities to improve and balance business needs with employee expectations. Thank you for being part of Univar Solutions.

4.0

Apr 21, 2025

Good place to work

Delivery driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great staff comradery, officers taffy notvyo bad leaving you alone.

Cons

Some sites were not too well up to date with equipment . Manageable with a little help.

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