Going downhill fast. - Supply Chain Ecolab Employee Review

1.0
Apr 18, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Ecolab is a relatively stable company, compensation is about industry average, the training programs are decent (LSS, Culture & Inclusion). I was given a chance to work in new areas of supply chain and learn from experienced associates, there are still some good people there.

Cons

Talent drain is non-stop, it seems like if a person is half-way competent they spend a couple years there, get frustrated with the antiquated systems and thinking and move on to bigger and better things. Supply chain is looked at as strictly a cost-center, therefore the amount of investment and focus within the company is commensurate with that approach.

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Pros

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Cons

Management: There’s a huge disconnect between upper leadership and the people doing the day-to-day work. Goals and priorities change constantly with very little communication, and it often feels like micromanagement takes the place of actual guidance. Work-Life Balance: The workload is completely unsustainable. You’re expected to handle an overwhelming amount of work, but you aren't given the resources or staffing to actually get it done without burning out. Expecting people to constantly work over their hours has become the norm. Lack of Growth: Career progression is pretty much non-existent. Promises of promotions or career development are thrown around, but they rarely actually happen. There’s no clear pathway to move up, so it’s easy to feel stuck and stagnant.

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