The Kroger Co., Cincinnati, announced it is seeking to hire associates for salaried and hourly roles across all geographies, searching for talent in retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, supply chain, merchandising, logistics, corporate, pharmacy, healthcare and more.
"Across our family of companies, we respect and value all of our associates and have opportunities for everyone to feed their future and discover a career. We are driven to be a leading employer in America, offering tools and pathways to grow as individuals and with our organization, no matter your skill set, role or ambitions," said Tim Massa, Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer.
The company's work to create a place where all associates can thrive will accelerate following the close of its proposed merger with Albertsons Companies, Inc. As one of the largest unionized workforces in the country, the combined company will offer even more opportunities for associates to grow their careers. It also will continue raising wages and improving comprehensive benefits, including $1 billion already committed post-close.
The Kroger Co. offers resources, benefits and training to support and develop associates including:
- Wages and benefits: The Kroger Co. provides comprehensive compensation packages, including competitive salaries and wages, healthcare and retirement. The Kroger Family of Companies has invested an incremental $1.9B in associate compensation and benefits since 2018, raising the average hourly rate to $18/hour and $23.50/hour, including comprehensive benefits
- Continued education and tuition reimbursement: The Kroger Co. tuition reimbursement program, offering up to $21,000 for both part-time and full-time associates to pursue the educational opportunities of their choosing. Since its inception, this program has contributed more than $31.2 million to empower associates at the Kroger Family of Companies further their education with 87% of the recipients being store associates
- Training and development: The Kroger Co. offers on-demand, role-specific training and resources through internal channels and modern learning platforms, as well as leadership, career advancement and diversity, equity and inclusion training
- Health and wellness: The Kroger Co. continues to support associates' safety, health and well being
- Perks and discounts: The Kroger Co. provides flexible scheduling, discounts on groceries, electronics, streaming services, travel and more.
To learn more about pursuing a career at The Kroger Co. or apply for an open role visit: thekrogerco.com/careers.
