TMS, a HAVI company, is a dynamic blend of innovators and executors, thinkers and doers, pragmatic dreamers who are passionate about creating a better future. An unexpected fusion of talent, tms is adaptive, constantly evolving, and driven by the desire to make a positive impact.
Where others see limits, tms sees opportunity. They’re not about “either-or,” but about “and” – connecting dots and resources in new and inventive ways through technology, marketing, and sourcing. Their mission is to navigate and simplify complexity, making the seemingly impossible possible, all while delivering tangible results for some of the world’s largest restaurant brands and beyond.
At tms, the focus isn’t just on business. The company is committed to building a sense of belonging, fostering an inclusive culture, and inspiring a collective drive to build a better world. By harnessing the power of collaboration and putting ideas into action, tms has consistently proven that, when the team comes together, there’s little that can’t be achieved.
Because at tms, together means stronger.
Who tms Works With
tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With over 1,200 employees across 26 countries, tms offers a diverse range of solutions, from creative inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.
Headquartered in Chicago with a global presence, tms is behind some of the most iconic and successful long-term marketing platforms in the world, including McDonald’s Happy Meal and MONOPOLY campaigns. Operating as a creative agency, strategic consultancy, sourcing business, and technology provider, tms engages with over 110 million customers every day.
From McDonald’s packaging and Happy Meal toys, to Starbucks retail beverage-ware, T-Mobile’s loyalty platform, and adidas retail experiences – tms connects people with the brands they love.
Workplace Culture and Environment
Friday Hours: tms encourages employees to enjoy a more flexible workday on Fridays (where possible), keeping it free from meetings to promote personal and professional development. These ‘Flex Fridays’ offer employees the opportunity to recharge and focus on growth.
Flexible Working Arrangements: In response to changing work habits, tms has introduced flexible working arrangements, including remote work options, allowing employees to choose when to be in the office.
Better Future Blueprint
wINSPIRE Asia ERG: tms drives transformational change by promoting gender equality and fostering an inclusive environment where women can thrive through employee-led initiatives.
tms Community: The company is committed to giving back to local communities through various volunteer programmes, including Food Angel and World Cleanup Day.
Talent Retention and Career Development
DNA – Shared Values: tms prioritises a shared set of values between the company and its employees. These values drive decision-making, whether for business opportunities or community initiatives, encouraging employees to lead purposeful, value-driven lives.
Wellness Initiatives: Regular health talks and wellness workshops are organised, inviting professional speakers to guide employees on topics such as stress management, sustainable living, mindfulness, and mental well-being, both personally and professionally.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): tms has launched an EAP to provide employees with emotional, practical, and physical support for personal and professional challenges.
Strategies to Attract New Talent: “We believe breakthrough ideas come from extraordinary people. To be extraordinary, we need the freedom to be our authentic selves. At HAVI/tms, we value authenticity and inclusivity, constantly striving to bring in diverse voices and perspectives to fuel our growth on a global scale.”
tms has set ambitious three-year goals to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), which include:
- Implementing inclusive hiring practices to attract and advance diverse talent.
- Embedding inclusion into the company culture to ensure it’s not just a policy, but a living, breathing part of everyday life.
- Enabling localisation and accessibility through multi-language, two-way communication, engaging employees to actively participate in DE&I initiatives.
- Advancing DE&I learning to help employees become better allies and contribute to a truly inclusive culture.
Empowering employee groups to promote respect, growth, and inclusion across the company.
Social Responsibility & Sustainability Efforts: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
DE&I is a key business driver at tms, supporting the company’s goals for growth, innovation, and success. It’s woven into the fabric of tms’s values, with a strong focus on gender and racial equity. tms is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that inclusion goes beyond just diversity, but is also about belonging. The company’s inclusive work environment reflects the global nature of the clients they serve.
Employee Benefits & Perks
Flexi-Health Plan: This initiative provides employees with additional health benefits, helping them to live a healthier lifestyle, with a reimbursement scheme available for eligible employees in Hong Kong.
Office Snack Bar: To keep employees fuelled throughout the day, tms offers an office snack bar stocked with healthy and enjoyable options.
Monthly Happy Hour & Networking Events: Regular social gatherings, including birthday celebrations, foster camaraderie and team spirit.
Staff Engagement Events: tms celebrates significant milestones such as year-end parties and Chinese New Year festivities, bringing employees together to build stronger connections.
