TOMS Employee Reviews about "work environment"

Pros

TOMS has a plethora of perks. Wonderful office environment, a VERY disarming leadership team, the "one-for-one" mantra, solid benefits and a flex work policy. If you're just starting your career, or looking to develop yourself in an entrepreneurial, problem-solving environment, TOMS is a perfect match. Expect a solid amount of autonomy and encouragement from your peers and superiors. During my time there, I found my Supply Chain superiors to be exceptional - especially the current VP of Distribution, Logistics and Supply Chain Planning. Was an honor to work for/with them all. Additionally, the former CEO, was an exceptional, caring human being. He will be missed dearly.

Cons

Honestly, not a lot of bad here; growing pains and a catty work environment. If it's one piece of advice I'd give, remain focused on your work, goals and the company mission. Stay out of the day-to-day office melodrama and, as odd as it may seem/sound, limit your work friendships. Remaining objective will be your sanity and well-being's saving-grace.

Pros

Free alcohol, free food, free samples

Cons

Catty work environment. No training. Poor leadership, no structure. Scatter brained boss. Too much gossip, a lot of point the fingers. Too many redundant meetings. Was accused of lying on my resume.

Pros

Work environment is amazing

Cons

You will not grow in this company

Pros

Great corporate culture and work environment. Very mission driven organization that stays true to the common goal of giving and making a difference in people's lives. Fun people and great place to come to work every day! Opportunities for career growth as we are always promoting from within and support internal movement across the organization.

Cons

As with any growing organization, there are associated growing pains. It seems that as new leadership is being established, more concrete goals are being formed and a clear direction is being communicated, alleviating some uncertainty across the company.

Pros

1. The people, THE people, THE PEOPLE! 2. Fun, challenging work environment! 3. "One for one" moto - the live and breathe it!

Cons

1. Lack of organization - hard to know who does what. 2. Still very "start-up." 3. Hard to know if you're really contributing to bigger picture.

Pros

TOMS is still very much a startup while being a mid size company. Both of those have very different implications. In one way we are still nimble and able to move quickly where needed. But, thanks to Bain and new leadership we have a lot of processes being added that are creating a much more efficient and effective business. If you enjoy a challenge and want to learn to grow as a professional, this is a great place with opportunities to do that if you are willing to put in the effort on your own. If you want an easy job where you can sit back, collect a paycheck, and have an inflated title this is not the place for you. TOMS is 100% giving One for One with all of our products which is our commitment to all. And, there are so many ways we are improving lives beyond that, through our employment opportunities, friendly work environment and perks, last mile budget (which makes sure we are not a financial burden to our giving partners), local manufacturing, and so many other ways that you can only fully experience by working here. Our leadership team is 95% full and stronger than any leadership team we have had in the past. And, our employees are committed to our mission and want to make the world a better place. I have had ups and downs here, but it has and continues to be a wonderful ride that I am incredibly grateful for. I have never been more excited than I am right now for where TOMS is headed.

Cons

There have been a lot of big transitions in the company in the last 2 years with people leaving and new leaders being added. This tends to create a lot of uncertainty, fear, and concern with your career path. We have lost some great people, but we have also gained some great people. These things just take longer than you would hope for sometimes.

Pros

The majority of my TOMS experience was magical and will forever hold a special place in my heart. Unfortunately there are just too many cons attached to it. -Cool office -Free coffee -Free giving trip after 1 full year of employment -Dogs allowed -Great friendships -Free shoes every season -Occasional happy hours -Annual company trip (which ends up in pure drunken debauchery, peer pressure, leadership partaking in highly inappropriate activities with employees and employee hook-ups) -One for one mission

Cons

TOMS has lost its magic and gained a corporate america mentality while still running like a start-up. -Poor leadership (director level & above) -No accountability -Moral is LOW...everyone is quitting -Toxic work environment -Casual dress code but sorry ladies workout leggings and high cut shorts and dresses are not appropriate -Favoritism -Direction is unclear -Communication is absolutely terrible -Poor mentorship for employees who want to grow and develop -No room to grow -Pay is unfair and incomparable to industry standards (how are we suppose to support our children and families?) -They hire too many contract employees for too long -The founder of the company is focused on his own celebrity -TOMS instills fear in their employees -Huge lack of diversity -Lack of trust -Bullying is not addressed -Employees don't feel comfortable going to HR for a plethora of reasons -Big expectations with little to no resources; budget and head count are huge! -TOMS employees love to gossip -Layoffs continue