CEMEX reviews

4.0

81% would recommend to a friend

(662 total reviews)
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Fernando González

85% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

CEMEX has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 662 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CEMEX employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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662 reviews
5.0
Jul 7, 2025

Good people

Recommend
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Pros

Helpful coworkers, great training, good environment

Cons

I don’t have any cons

3.0
Jul 4, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Global Brand Recognition – Being part of a well-known international business adds weight Access to Large Projects – Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and construction projects you might not encounter in smaller firms. Structured Systems & Resources – In theory, large corporates have established systems for compliance, procurement, and operations. Job Security (Until Restructure) – Larger organisations often offer better financial stability… until a global restructure hits. Decent Compensation & Benefits – Generally better base salary, pension, car allowance, and healthcare options compared to SMEs.

Cons

Lack of Personal Development – Little to no 1:1 coaching, minimal career planning, and few growth discussions. Disconnected Strategy – Top-down decisions often miss regional market realities; strategy felt vague or non-existent at times. Under-Valued Workforce – Frontline staff often treated as numbers, with little recognition despite strong performance. Slow to Innovate – Decision-making can be painfully slow, with good ideas lost in the chain of command. Restructuring Culture – Sudden role changes or redundancies due to global decisions made without local input.

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