Does Essendant pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Essendant employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Essendant. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Essendant?

31% of Essendant employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Essendant 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.6 for culture and values and 2.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Essendant?

Warehouse Associate (34) , Customer Service Representative (14) , Distribution Associate (13) , Account Executive (9) , Manager (9) , Associate Product Manager (6) , Order Picker (6) , Sales (6) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (5) , Department Manager (5) , Forklift Operator (5) , Product Manager (5) , Warehouse Worker (5) , Operations Manager (4) , Senior Financial Analyst (4)

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

"Met some really great people until everyone decided to stab each other in the backs." ((in 44 reviews)); "Good benefits and tuition reimbursement" ((in 37 reviews)); "Pay was decent and knowledge" ((in 34 reviews)); "Good benifits lots of time off if needed" ((in 14 reviews)); "Most coworkers below VP level are good people, intellingent, and easy to work with." ((in 13 reviews))

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

"Poor management who will use anyone as a stepping stone to get ahead and they've done this to a good number of people." ((in 29 reviews)); "Managers often deal with poor upper management, frequent layoffs, and lack of support." ((in 18 reviews)); "direct manager was a micromanager" ((in 18 reviews)); "Senior leadership in HR is a disaster and I would not recommend working for them or their department." ((in 11 reviews)); "Horrible upper management that didn't care" ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about Essendant layoffs in 2026?

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

What Essendant locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Oaks , Greenville , Charlotte , Phoenixville , Atlanta

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Essendant

Part of Sycamore Partners

Essendant reviews

2.8

31% would recommend to a friend

(507 total reviews)

Dave Rickard

22% approve of CEO

15% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Work/Life balance

2.8

Compensation and benefits

2.6

Culture & values

2.4

Senior management

2.4

Career opportunities

Essendant has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 507 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Essendant employee rating is 21% below average for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

507 reviews

5.0

Apr 27, 2026

Great work-life balance and supportive management

Hr business partner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Some of the key positives of my role include a strong work-life balance, which allows me to maintain productivity while also managing personal responsibilities effectively. I benefit from having a supportive and knowledgeable manager who provides guidance, shares expertise, and fosters a positive working environment. The company’s benefits package is another significant advantage, offering solid support and overall value. Additionally, I genuinely enjoy working with my team—we collaborate well, support one another, and contribute to a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Cons

I cannot think of anything that I would consider negative.

5.0

Apr 6, 2026

Great teamwork and pay

Operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Excellent Teamwork at all levels -Competitive Pay -Flexible Worklife Balance Culture -Clear Associate performance expectations

Cons

-Change occurs frequently so you will excel if you are open to evolving ways to completing your job

4.0

Mar 20, 2026

A Supportive Workplace with Strong Culture

Anonymous

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Essendant is truly a great place to work. Throughout my time here, I’ve genuinely enjoyed being part of the organization. One of the things that stands out most is the strong culture of tenure—people stay because they feel valued. I’ve consistently been treated fairly, and my work has been recognized based on merit rather than politics. The culture is supportive, easy to navigate, and promotes a healthy work‑life balance. Overall, Essendant has provided a positive and rewarding work experience.

Cons

While Essendant has been a rewarding place to work, the growth opportunities within my current role are fairly limited. This has encouraged me to think more creatively about developing my own skills and seeking new ways to contribute. I appreciate the stability and supportive culture here, and I hope to see continued expansion of career pathways in the future.

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