Brenntag
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    Brenntag
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    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing

    Company size

    101-1,000
    Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 17,000 employees worldwide and operates a network of more than 670 sites in 77 countries. In 2020, Brenntag generated sales of around 11.8 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a full-line portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries. In the field of sustainability, Brenntag pursues specific goals and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares are listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and are included in the MDAX and DAX 50 ESG.https://www.brenntag.com/cc/

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    Reviews overview

    1.88 ratings in total
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    63%
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    13%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Brenntag?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Brenntag appreciate the chartered shuttle transport provided for commuting and lunch, as well as the nice facilities such as the pantry and toilets. Some reviewers also noted good management that allows room for employees to perform.

    However, there are potential challenges such as concerns about incorrect selection of leaders and lack of leadership. Some employees feel the company lacks direction and is unwilling to change for the better. Reviewers also mentioned challenges like high staff turnover, uncooperative inter-department dynamics, and work-life imbalance. There are also concerns about insufficient headcount, inadequate IT systems, and lack of standardised procedures due to frequent mergers.

    Recent reviews

    1.0
    Cs
    Jun 2021
    Singapore3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    Poor mamagement, especially supply chain
    The good thingsBus shutter, pantry is nice, toilet is nice
    The challengesAlmost everything is awful, best not to join
    4.0
    Manager
    May 2020
    Germany company with local management style
    The good thingsGood management to give your room to perform
    The challengesIT system is not that good.
    1.0
    Anonymous
    Jun 2019
    Colleagues are crazy, totally unprofessional place
    The good thingsNothing good, everyday is shouting and they do not know what they are doing. Waste of time
    The challengesThey have no direction, worst place I ever been to.
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