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InHerSight's list of the best consumer goods companies for women is based on millions of anonymous employer ratings and reviews from working women. Consumer Goods companies on this list have 20 or more submissions as of May 1, 2022. Rate your company ›
The 20 best consumer goods companies to work for
Watkins Wellness is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Vista, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.5 stars) and employer responsiveness (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Watkins Wellness:
"At Watkins Wellness I feel free to be my authentic self!"
Mary Kay Inc. is a cosmetics company that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mary Kay Inc.:
"I am a self employed private contractor. so I don't work in the corporate office but I do know a few things about their practices. I chose indifferent on several questions eithe…"
The Body Shop is a retail company that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and support for diversity (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Body Shop:
"Work life balance"
In-N-Out Burger is a food production company headquartered in the Irvine, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (4.8 stars) and support for diversity (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for In-N-Out Burger:
"Great for ladies! They are weird about girls prepping lettuce and onion and boys prepping potatoes but that's not that big of a deal. "
lululemon athletica is a retail company headquartered in the Vancouver, Canada area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for women in leadership (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for lululemon athletica:
"Working for lululemon was one of the greatest experiences of my career. I learned more about myself in my time with lululemon than any other previous life experience and I was exp…"
Patagonia is a sporting goods company headquartered in the Ventura, CA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for family growth support (4.7 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars).
Custom Ink is a retail company headquartered in the Fairfax, VA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and paid time off (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Custom Ink:
"This company strives to make all employees happy and keep them healthy. Free healthy snacks, catered food days, on site gym, standing desks, work from home options, and free mens…"
General Mills is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Minneapolis, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for General Mills:
"In general, this is a very women friendly company to work at. I felt that if I wanted to become a manager in the future, it was not a far fetched idea. I met plenty of women in hi…"
Estée Lauder is a cosmetics company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and women in leadership (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Estée Lauder:
"ELC has been so good to me, and I truly could not ask for a better company to work for. I feel fully supported by my colleagues and my supervisors, and I know that any concerns th…"
Bob's Discount Furniture is a furniture company headquartered in the Manchester, CT area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and support for diversity (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Bob's Discount Furniture:
"As an employee of Bob's our culture is one of the greatest perks of my job. I am valued, I am heard, there is concern for my wellbeing, I have opportunities and so much more. Fr…"
Breakthru Beverage is a wine and spirits company headquartered in the Chicago, IL area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (5.0 stars) and sense of belonging (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Breakthru Beverage:
"Great company"
Vera Bradley is an apparel & fashion company headquartered in the Roanoke, IN area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (4.8 stars) and women in leadership (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Vera Bradley:
"This is hands down the best company I have ever worked for."
Kendra Scott is a luxury goods & jewelry company headquartered in the Austin, TX area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and women in leadership (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Kendra Scott:
"Fun and fast paced work environment, never know what type of day you will have"
Hasbro is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Pawtucket, RI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.6 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hasbro:
"I feel so fortunate to be a Hasbro Employee. This is a company that truly cares about it's employees! I have worked for companies who say they do, but act very differently. Has…"
Mars is a food production company headquartered in the Albany, GA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.6 stars) and support for diversity (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mars:
"Mars is an amazing place for women. As a woman in engineering I was given many opportunities to progress in my career and mentors to provide guidance."
PVH Corp. is an apparel & fashion company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (5.0 stars) and paid time off (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for PVH Corp.:
"Absolutely Loved working at PVH in the AR department for 10 years, my hope was to one day retire from that job but a relocation to Florida changed that! Miss my Credit Crew!!"
Unilever is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Blackfriars area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.2 stars) and women in leadership (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Unilever:
"The best experience of my life so far! A company that cares about the employe and pleasant environment!"
Footlocker.com / Eastbay is a retail company headquartered in the Wausau, WI area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and support for diversity (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Footlocker.com / Eastbay:
"I worked there for many years in a variety of positions and departments, I started at an entry level position and quickly advanced to management. It isn't an easy job but the comp…"
Malouf is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Logan, UT area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.3 stars) and social activities and environment (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Malouf:
"Malouf is a great place to work because it is a company that cares not only about their product but about their people. They are continually looking at ways to improve in all area…"
Altria is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Richmond, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and support for diversity (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Altria:
"Wish I found this place five years ago!!"
Companies with at least 20 submissions from current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of May 1, 2022.