Pros
Big company. Livable salary. Room to advance career if you're in it for the long haul. Clean and safe environment.
Cons
There are many downsides to working for Univar that may not appear immediately, but you will find out that the company has minimal respect for their employees. They expect you to make miracles occur to meet their ridiculous targets and if you don't, look out. Senior management is the "old boys" club. Warning, this company has a no reference policy. Therefore, if you part ways with Univar, you will not get a reference. Those who start a career here will have a difficult time finding another job afterwards. I have seen great people let go from Univar with many years of experience who should have earned a positive reference, but Univar has the no reference policy. Unrealistic expectations for the sales department. The bonus is small. They expect you to do what would take at least 50-60 hours per week to meet their standard expectation. If you only put in the 40 hours you are paid for, you will not survive. Be prepared to put in the time, but do not expect to be repaid properly.
