COS

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Employees say this is a great place to work

About COS

COS is Australia’s largest family-owned and operated workplace supplies business, led by
second-generation sisters, Co-CEOs Belinda Lyone and Amie Lyone.
Over the past 45 years, COS has grown with over 500 staff and warehouses in every state
and territory with a vision for exceptional service and social responsibility.
Every day, we deliver thousands of products to workplaces, schools, and hospitals across
Australia. The COS culture is defined by the shared passion that the entire team brings to
their work.
We believe in cultivating a culture of growth and learning and our values guide our
behaviour and decision-making every day.

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Company culture at COS

How COS  compares to a typical Australian company, based on employee survey data
85% of employees at
COS say it is a great place to work compared to 60% of employees at a typical company in Australia
COS 85%
Typical company 60%

Source: Great Place To Work® 2024 Australia National Employee Engagement Study

What Survey Statements Employees Rated Highest

94%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their gender.

94%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.

92%

When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.

91%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.

89%

I am treated as a full member here regardless of my position.
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Interested in a career at COS, or just want to know more?

To discover what sets COS apart and explore relevant career opportunities, take a look at their website.

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Start by earning Great Place To Work-Certified™ status through the Trust Index™ employee survey and the Culture Brief. Once Certified, eligible organizations are considered for Best Workplaces™ lists during the qualification period.

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The Culture Brief is a short questionnaire about your organization to support your survey results. The Culture Audit goes deeper, typically asking for more detailed descriptions and evidence of your workplace practices.