PPD Global earns the Best Place to Work certification in Romania for 2024

PPD Global, one of the leading premium beverage distribution groups in Central and Southeastern Europe, has been recently recognized as one of the best places to work for in Romania. Best Places to Work is an international HR certification program providing employers in different countries the opportunity to learn more about the engagement and satisfaction of their employees and honor those who deliver an outstanding work experience with the highest standards in regard to working conditions.

PPD Global received an outstanding score of 90%, with excellent ratings across several aspects of the workplace including leadership, culture, career & succession, and HR practices. This achievement is particularly remarkable as it was earned with the participation of 100% of the employees in the certification assessment.

The evaluation also revealed that an impressive 96% of the employees consider PPD Global in Romania an employer of choice.

The certification is the result of a thorough assessment process that evaluates HR practices and employee experience through an anonymous survey. The assessment focuses on organizational culture, HR policy, career development opportunities, internal relationships, and the system of benefits and additional compensation, which are vital components of high-performing companies.

“Being acknowledged as a best place to work in Romania is a strong validation that our company values are deeply embedded principles guiding our daily operations. Our ‘People First’ approach is evident in our actions and is genuinely valued by our colleagues. The energy, passion and commitment in our daily work as well as the desire to be the best and to stay number 1 are indisputable proofs that we feel we are part of a family, the Photiades family,” said Alexandru Frangopol, General Manager for Romania at PPD Global.

“We highly value our people’s well-being, and this shows in the trust and commitment of our employees, in our company culture and the feeling of belonging we managed to build over time. We encourage a working environment where every employee feels valued, listened to and supported. At PPD Global, we are not just co-workers, we are friends and support each other. For us, ‘People First’ is not just a slogan, it’s a reality we live every day, and the best place to work certification is a reflection of this,” said Elena Popa, HR Manager at PPD Global.

Every year, the program partners with many organizations, across different industries, to help them measure, benchmark, improve their HR practices and have access to the tools and expertise they need to deliver effective and sustainable change in their organizations.