A place to regret - Senior Applied Data Scientist dunnhumby Employee Review

1.0
Sep 14, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Good annual leaves Free Cabs Easily accessible Retail domain knowledge

Cons

*Managers take pride in micromanagement *Too much politics leads to negativity and regret *Toxic work culture *Senior people and managers have no knowledge of data science and company is still working with rule based approach. Only Excel and ppt *Deserving people are not promoted and no clear policy of promotion *Below standard salary *Favouritism in teams create high attrition *Talented people move out and non competent people stick. Therefore all the managers have atleast 8-10 years of experience within this company

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dunnhumby Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your views. It's disappointing to read that your experience is not consistent with the environment that we try to foster here at dunnhumby. We value our people and this is not how we’d want anyone feeling about working here. Although you’ve left we welcome the opportunity to talk with you so we can better understand the issues you have raised. Best of luck with your future career.

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4.0
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Pros

dunnhumby has a genuinely strong culture, driven by the people who work here. The supportive environment and collaborative mindset are a big reason behind the long tenures you see across the company. Several benefits stand out compared to the local market, particularly the generous vacation policy, solid bonus structure, strong 401(k) and HSA matching, parental leave, and flexibility through hybrid working. There are meaningful opportunities to grow if you’re willing to step outside your comfort zone, take initiative, and lead with curiosity. Success isn’t scripted, which can be challenging at times, but it makes the wins more rewarding and contributes to an energizing culture. Despite the pace, work–life balance is well respected. As a global organization, dunnhumby offers daily opportunities to collaborate with diverse teams across regions. Ultimately, it’s a great place to build a career. I have remained loyal for over 10+ because of the people, the culture, and the overall value the company provides and the vision it has not waivered from.

Cons

Like any company, dunnhumby has areas to improve. Some benefits are average, particularly compensation, limited upward movement & career opportunities due to a flatter structure, and infrequent merit increases. While the global operating model brings diversity and reach, it can also create conflicting priorities or slower decision-making across regions. The current leadership team is making progress, though perhaps not as quickly as employees would hope that sometimes leads to an individuals departure. Additionally, middle managers sometimes have limited decision-making authority, which can impact team efficiency and momentum. Even with these challenges, the overall experience remains positive, and the advantages of working at dunnhumby continue to outweigh the drawbacks.

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