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 some nice co" ((in 137 reviews)); "Great for people who are good on their feet and like a fast pased job." ((in 112 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 47 reviews)); "Salaries are good for the industry." ((in 33 reviews))

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

"poor management and lack of experienced mgt" ((in 109 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless and has a bunch of clueless yes men/women working for them." ((in 46 reviews)); "Managers don't even give you a chance." ((in 30 reviews)); "no bonuses/ no pay raise" ((in 19 reviews)); "Corporate office is full of favoritism and when issues come up, leadership blame others." ((in 15 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?

Toronto , Edmonton , Calgary , Montreal , Richmond , Vancouver , Winnipeg , Dorval , Weston , Saskatoon , Valleyfield , North York , Airdrie , Lethbridge , Red Deer , Halifax , Regina , Quebec , Pitt Meadows

Univar Solutions reviews

3.1

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 3.1 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 and wholesale industry (3.5 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

6mo

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.

5.0

Mar 11, 2025

Great people , poor plan

Business development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people at this organization are great, top to bottom. All individuals who have your best interest at heart.

Cons

Unfortunately, its owned by an investment company and numbers are all that make sense to them.

Univar Solutions Response

6mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re delighted to hear that you value the people at Univar Solutions and their commitment to supporting one another. We understand your concerns about planning and the focus on data, and we appreciate your perspective. Feedback like yours helps us work toward better alignment between business priorities and team morale. Thank you for being part of our journey.

5.0

Feb 7, 2025

Great Place to Work and Grow

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Company is continuously improving People are incredible to work with Strong Team Dynamic Team is very competitive and holds a high standard Fast paced and challenging work

Cons

High intensity and fast paced - can be a con if that’s not something you enjoy.

Univar Solutions Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you value the incredible people, strong team dynamic, and opportunities for growth at Univar Solutions. We appreciate your perspective as we continue to improve and support our teams. Thank you for being an important part of our success!

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Jobs at Univar Solutions

Opératrice/Opérateur à la production

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