Some uncomfortable truths - Local, Regional, and Global management pay attention - Marketing/Sales SC Johnson Employee Review

2.0
23 Feb 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

maybe ok to start the first 18months of a career with some learning opportunities some managers competent

Cons

I'll be handing in my notice soon as i'm interviewing externally extensively and i've been increasingly frustrated with the ways of working, policies, and career progression at SCJ Frimley. Management at both a local, regional and global level need to seriously address the mass exodus thats happening. - Pay is significantly below the market rate, the last 6 months associates are leaving for offers with 20-30% pay increases - Policies are stuck decades behind, especially with WFH, this is not the market trend - Favouritism and an old boys lifers club is prevalent - 'Family' mantra is pushed to excuse all types of behaviour, especially the misogynistic 'banter' that prevails. - Leadership team seems completely unaware of how our competitors, or even our customers and partners do things. - HR are lovely but lack the experience outside of SCJ or with industry leaders to be able to drive best in class policies, often feels they are out of their depth. - I hope management will see this and take a good honest look in the mirror and ask themselves are we an employer of choice? The benefits and policies touted are scraping the bottom of the barrel benefits, our competitors offer this and much more.

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SC Johnson Response
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We appreciate that you took the time to share your feedback. Please know that our Total Rewards team consistently benchmarks our salary and benefits packages to ensure we’re aligned with markets and industry. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person. We recognize this may not be the preference of some and appreciate that may be the case. But we are committed to maintaining our unique culture by attracting and retaining SCJ people who are aligned with our common values and purpose of working for a better world. At SC Johnson, we have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, culture, ethnicity, age or ability. Within the UK, we also have a grievance procedure that is available for all employees to raise complaints and concerns they may experience in the workplace and it ensures these claims can be investigated fully and independently to address any allegations made. In addition, also have a confidential hotline that is available for employees who would like to raise concerns anonymously. We are committed to Inclusion and Diversity and approach it with energy and sincerity. We are currently undergoing a series of I&D listening circles to ensure we understand the experiences of all employees in the UK organisation. We are also rolling out a European roadmap of key I&D initiatives focused on learning, educating, and celebrating the breadth of human experience within our organisation.

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SC Johnson Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are proud to offer many benefits that enhance the lives of our team members and their families. We are disheartened to read that you did not feel some interactions with HR team members were helpful. We are committed to clear communication and have shared your feedback with the appropriate team. Please know that only job-related factors – such as job performance, training, experience, or specialized skills that are required to properly perform the job – are used as a basis for employment selection at SCJ.
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