Great company but loosing it's way under current management - Anonymous employee MilliporeSigma Employee Review

3.0
Sep 2, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The working environment is enjoyable with a strong cross functional team element. The scope and opportunities in research fields is very varied. Rewards are good and personal benefits comparable to others in this space.

Cons

The current management team is more internally focused and focused on themselves rather than the technology, investing in research and understaning the customer. The result is negativley affecting the dynamic nature of the company. There is currently a lack of stategic direction and a lack of decsion making and risk taking from the senior management team. Ask about this.

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MilliporeSigma Response
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It is great to hear that your first experience at our company has been so positive and that the environment has stood out to you. As you continue to settle in, we encourage you to use regular check-ins with your manager and the MyGrowth framework to shape your development and explore learning opportunities early on. Thank you for being part of the team, and for taking the time to share your feedback!
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Pros

Some managers were exceptional mentors and played a significant role in my professional growth. Good benefits and a reasonable severance package during workforce reductions. Opportunities to work on large-scale marketing initiatives and collaborate with experience professionals across the organization and globe.

Cons

Advancement opportunities often felt inconsistent and lacked any transparency. Leadership frequently emphasized data-driven decision making, but business decisions did not always appear to align with the metrics being presented. The company appeared hesitant to embrace emerging technologies and AI-driven approaches, limiting innovation in multiple areas. Job security is uncertain, and organizational changes occur frequently with little warning. Management quality varied significantly, While some leaders were outstanding, others struggled with communication, strategic direction, and people management. Career growth seemed to depend heavily on organizational politics and alignment with leadership rather than solely on measurable performance.

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