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Brenntag Claimed Company
We are 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, We pursue specific goals and are committed to sustainable solutions in our own sector and the industries served. Our shares are listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and are included in the MDAX and DAX 50 ESG. read more
Brenntag Compensation Employee Reviews
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What is the best part about your compensation package?
I am satisfied with my salary, but I think we should be granted to additional personal and sick days
Review from Finance Dept
Not sure yet, but overall seems fair
Review from Marketing Dept
The flexible cafeteria plan for heath care and other benefits allow me to pick what is important to me.
Review from Operations Dept
Insurance started as soon as I started work; Didn't have to wait to get it and it's something I really appreciate it - plus I feel like I'm getting paid fairly
Review from HR Dept
profit sharing, paid time off, volunteer time
Review from HR Dept
pension contributions and 401k match
Review from HR Dept
3 weeks vacation at 2 years employment. Profit sharing and 401k match. Variety of healthcare options
Review from HR Dept
Love the new Volunteer Program
Review from HR Dept
The ability to choose the level of health benefits and the provider. I can spend my healthcare money the way I want to fit my needs. It's the single best thing HR has done over the last 10 years.
Review from Customer Support Dept
Pension plan and yearly bonus
Review from Marketing Dept
I enjoy the incentive plan.
401 K plan and profit sharing
Review from Sales Dept
Bonus and overall salary along with 401K
Salary and bonus pay structure. I also think working from home is one of the most valuable benefits of my current job.
I am very happy with my salary and the opportunity to earn a bonus based on my ability to achieve my goals.
Review from HR Dept
Good number of PTO hours
Review from Finance Dept
The flexibility we have on having multiple options to pick health insurance.
Review from Operations Dept
Annual bonus is offered to many employees.
Review from Admin Dept
Excellent retirement, healthcare and wellness programs!
Review from HR Dept
The opportunity to earn more with my performance based bonus. The company also offers a fair 401K program.
Review from Business Development Dept
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
I do believe I am "valued"...but at the same time I think there is room for a salary increase. I have already brought this up with my boss and I am confident this is being addressed.
Review from Sales Dept
Paid at competitive market rates (especially given the constantly growing scope of most roles, where responsibilities are added without compensation)
Review from HR Dept
Our industry as a whole is undervalued, and our pay has not kept up with the pace of our work, especially during recent inflationary period.
Review from Sales Dept
There is still a gap between pay for employees who came to Brenntag via acquisition, and legacy Brenntag employees. I think that the market pay for my same role would be higher.
Review from Sales Dept
I do not feel that I am compensated for all my years of experience in the outside Brenntag world. I took a pay cut when I started here 6 years ago and I have still not reached the salary I made prior to coming on board with Brenntag.
I feel like i am not paid enough for the amount of work i do. I also feel like bonuses should be paid by how good your reviews are and how you work. It seems like everyone gets close to the same on bonuses unless you are management. people that do the bare minimum gets just as someone that workshard
Review from Operations Dept
Market comparison. No spot bonus policy implemented for my function. Benchmark would be great
Review from Marketing Dept
I believe our yearly evaluations could be better. From information provided, a rating of 3 is the "norm" therefore the amount for our yearly raise is minimum. It would also be nice to have bonus incentives.
better access to my customer base, and more organizational software.
Review from Sales Dept
I believe there is a gender pay and opportunity gap at Brenntag. There are several programs that have been rolled out the past two years to help support women advance in their careers. However, there hasn't been enough training for the mid-level mgmt about how to pay people for effort and skill.
Review from Business Development Dept
Lack of clarity in my role. Zero understanding of future career growth opportunities. Skillset and experience are being underutilized and unappreciated. Would feel better about compensation if I were actually compensated appropriately.
Review from Sales Dept
Base salary not competitive with others in same field of activity . The incentives bonuses started 4 years ago. Should have been done before . It seems like some positions are over evaluated compared to others . Shareholders and management are certainly well treated on this aspect .
Review from Sales Dept
More help , better pay and shown I am appreciated. Boost company moral !!!
Benchmarking for the position I hold in other companies, I have found my salary is almost 50% less. Also, PTO is very strict as well as the flexible scheduling ability.
Review from Business Development Dept
Compensation and benefits were archaic prior to the pandemic, now with companies doing and offering more, this company is further and further behind the curve in the area of benefits. If you're a veteran reservist, avoid this company. The German leadership doesn't understand the support you need
I feel valued by my manager. I believe the compensation should be closer to market value.
Review from Operations Dept
Better bonus structure for people who help sales but don't sell
Review from Admin Dept
Comparable roles are more highly paid at other organizations.
Review from Marketing Dept
Just not competitive with the rest of the chemical industry and even smaller distributors. Promotional opps and clear ladder is not available
Review from Marketing Dept
I would feel better if I had been given a team leadf or all the extra work I have taken on
Review from Finance Dept
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