consultant

associate

billing analyst

vendor

compensation specialist

Graebel Companies Inc.

If you are looking for a solid company with continued advancement opportunities, good benefits and worklife balance . . PASS on applying with this company.   Company and departments are continually being restructured, jobs routinely shifted to Wausau, WI to reduce hourly employee salaries to a lower rate, job market.   HR department has routine turnover in HR generalist and recruiting positions and is not employee, diversity focused or supportive.  

Accounting department senior leadership not truly knowledgeable in relocation accounting, does not hold relocation industry certifications, is not involved in Worldwide ERC and continuing industry developments.  Relocation expense department is managed by processing statistics and a "my way or the highway" approach instead of a focus on customer service.  Corporate accounting and relocation systems are not integrated, lack proper process controls for relocation expense reporting and billing accuracy.  

Company does have dedicated line and mid level employees who work diligently to perform their duties.  Employees routinely rate company poor on internal surveys, including job training and training for supervisors/managers.  

Most enjoyable part of the job working with clients and dedicated employees.

•	Planned and executed multiple household good relocations in the Northeast region. This would range from 200 cubic feet to 60,000 cubic feet per day.  Maintained a fleet of 250 to 350 independent contractors/owner operators.  Creatively solved the problem of minimal resources in the area by having drivers load multiple shipments per day and advancing funds to cover for hotels and meals if necessary, meeting all budget and date goals while ensuring customer satisfaction.

•	Analyzed operation plans and scheduled all drivers based on workload projections and contract information.  Managed 2 to 4 employees, required to train, oversee, and make sure all job requirements were meant.   At times received inaccurate weight information and had to readjust projected timelines, re-shuffle drivers and re-work pricing, while still meeting commitments, leaving no goods behind and delivering the highest customer service.
•	Responded to 70+ calls and 200+ emails a day in the required 2 hour time limit, making order out of chaos and effectively resolving any customer and driver situations. 


I have approximately seven years in the industry working at each company for over two years. I made it about three months before I had reached my limit at this one. Executives will pluck go live dates for new software out of the air and relay that to top clients as they are fully aware they will not hit those dates. They will then push those dates to the Project Managers who in turn push that down to the Business Analysts and Subject Matter Experts. When it is relayed up by those closest to the work that the dates are unrealistic, heads will roll. This creates a "Yes Man" culture where those doing the legwork are fearful to speak up. If you are one to speak up, your coworkers will take that opportunity to identify you as the issue to anyone and everyone willing to listen to them. Your day will be filled with a lot of useless status meetings and there is no chance for advancement. 

Great company to work for in the moving industry. A typical day at work involves prospecting for new business, networking with people and building relationships. This job requires an ability to evaluate a project and provide an accurate scope of work in writing and the cost associated. You must be a member of many organizations i.e. chamber of commerce, networking groups and organizations which promote meeting new contacts. Trade shows and similar activities are also required. 

I have enjoyed all the people I've met and skills I've acquired. My co-workers are all fantastic. Management has recently changed, but so far they seem fine. The most challenging part of the job is managing many people and making sure that they perform the way you have promised and execute the jobs according to the plan. 

This is good company to work for that creates an enjoyable sense of satisfaction when projects go according to plan.

Graebel has continually mismanaged its business over the years. 2019 was a record year for business yet the company was unable to manage margins effectively and generate any meaningful profit. An incompetent CFO was left in place for years by the CEO, and a major financial platform implementation was mismanaged for four years by the COO and CIO nearly running the company into the ground. This has left the company with no reserve during these difficult times forcing yet another round of lay-offs with more likely to come.

Outside of profound failures of the executive leadership team, there are many very bright, hardworking people here. Generally, middle management is competent and accommodate the need for flexible work schedules as long as you hit your metrics. HR policies are fairly progressive and benefits are competitive. You just never know if you're going to have a job or not (even before the pandemic).

During my time with this employer, I experienced significant challenges due to poor management. My manager was often unknowledgeable and incompetent when it came to leading the team. Rather than providing guidance or solutions, they frequently leaned on their peers for support, which left me and my colleagues without clear direction.

It was frustrating to work under someone who lacked the skills and confidence to fulfill the responsibilities of a managerial role. I often felt unsupported and had to rely on my own initiative or the help of coworkers to navigate day-to-day tasks.

While I valued the teamwork and collaboration among my peers, the lack of effective leadership made the work environment more difficult than it needed to be. I believe strong, capable leadership is essential for both team morale and productivity, and unfortunately, that was missing in this role.

The work alone wouldn't be so bad if management took time to listen to staff about what their workday is like.  However, executives implement and push for change without understanding of processing and do it in a very demeaning attitude as if all staff not at their level are beneath them.  The company talks about good ideals and morals, truth, love and integrity.  However, they don't live by those standards in the executives they higher and they distract employees with things like food and fun activities in the office throughout the year.  I can no longer trust in the executives at this company to live up to the motto they preach about.  They are great with hiring diversity and they are inclusive, but that's about the only good I still see left in the company.  I feel changes are happening that may put the company at risk for failing. 

Enjoyed my time with the company, learned a lot. Very laid-back atmosphere. Things were always changing and evolving and it felt like many times, no one knew what was going on. Some departments were absolutely swamped with work and worked long days and every weekend while other departments were slow. Those with little to no work either didn't know how to help or didn't want to and would say as much. Those with too much work would lose out on time with their families and would become overwhelmed. The company needs to anticipate workloads better and plan new hires/help accordingly. There are so many "levels" to get through to get a new hire. It shouldn't be that difficult. Simplifying things would make them run smoother and faster. 

The company is slowly cutting down on costs. No more team building, no more weekly fruits, no certifications even though they were promised, no more snack carts, never get any free food. Our holidays are only drawings, where we, all the peasants, hold on to our little red ticket with hopes of winning even a little something from our CEO. Why are people above us taking business class when you can't afford to even take care of your employees? 

The turnover on international was at about 75% within in the last 2 years, all the talented, skilled, and diverse people left. Is it the bonuses that you have to fight tooth and nail for? Is it the poor management? Is it the lack of upward mobility in the company? Probably all of the above! Save your skill set and talent for a company that actually appreciates that sort of thing!

 Assisted SRVP Human Resources Department / Director of Talent Management / Director of Benefits / Human Resources Generalists / Recruiting Manager
 Human Resources Liaison
 HRIS data entry (using ADP software)
 Redeveloped Compensation Committee process (A committee that reviews requisitions for new hires and Pay Data Job changes that affect employees’ salaries, job descriptions, etc.)
 Human Resources record retention
 Maintained company-wide filing system
 Coordinated and executed special events for HR department / Executive departments / Social Committee
 Background authorizations
 Tuition Reimbursement
 Emergency Paid Time Off Program
 Annual Scholarship Program
 Project tracking and timelines
 Accounts payable
 Accounts receivable

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