OfficeMax
    (48 reviews)

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    Industry

    Specialty Retail

    Company size

    101-1,000
    At OfficeMax we believe business is about being strong, multilayered and flexible… Much like our rubber band ball!We approach each and every client with the view to building a strong partnership to assist you to get the job of ordering workplace supplies and solutions done.Our multilayered product offerings are based on our staff getting to know how your business works to make sure you have the optimal workplace solution.And we’re flexible. We know business needs and circumstances change and that workplace solutions need to be adaptable. Our team are always focused on creating solutions that grow with your needs.OfficeMax has a long history of being part of Australia’s business community and working with government and schools. In fact, we first opened our doors in Melbourne in 1965.Since then we’ve transformed into an industry-leading workplace solutions provider known for excellence in customer service.In partnership with OfficeMax Incorporated, we’re also part of one of the world’s most successful companies.Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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    3.848 ratings in total
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    85%
    Rate salary as high or average
    71%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

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    AI summary of recent reviews

    OfficeMax employees consistently highlight the positive work environment characterised by friendly colleagues and supportive teamwork. The company receives praise for its work-life balance, offering flexible arrangements to accommodate personal needs. Additionally, employees appreciate the training opportunities provided and the culturally diverse workplace that promotes inclusion and learning from different perspectives.

    However, employees have noted several areas for improvement, including limited career progression opportunities and inconsistent management approaches across different teams. There are also concerns about competitive pay, with some employees indicating that salaries are below market rates. The distribution of workload during peak periods and staffing levels have been identified as ongoing challenges.

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    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Voice picker
    Nov 2022
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    I enjoy working at any job that keeps me physically fit,I love a challenge an will do the best of my ability,with 100%attendance.
    The good thingsI love working with other beliefs an cultures,meeting new people is awesome the job in general worked with my life style.
    The challengesWhen products weren't available because of short staff forklifters
    3.0
    Sales Role
    May 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Liked the job, management and wages let the company down
    The good thingsGreat team, adequate tools to do the job
    The challengesMicromanagement to the nth degree, us vs them mentality with management, treated like school kids with work hours, no trust from management. Wages substantially lower than other states with higher targets
    5.0
    Finance Role
    Nov 2019
    former employee
    Great culture and work life balance. Very supportive manager.
    The good thingsAmazing team to work with. Provides great opportunity for growth.
    The challengesNothing I can say under OfficeMax but after it was merged with Winc, all the positivism started vanishing.
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