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Labor

New Seasons Market store votes to unionize

 By Heather Lalley on Sep. 08, 2022

Workers at one of the grocer’s locations in Portland, Oregon, overwhelmingly approved plans Wednesday to join the independent New Seasons Labor Union.

Labor

For wage-sensitive job hunters, $20 is the new $15, study finds

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 30, 2022

That hourly pay level has become the norm in online advertising for potential hires, according to an analysis by Indeed.

Technology

Symphony RetailAI has a new president and a new name

By Diane Adam on Aug. 30, 2022

Manish Choudhary was tapped to lead the mission to accelerate AI and data-led growth as the organization rebrands to SymphonyAI Retail CPG.

Technology

Rosie Taps Grocery E-Commerce Veteran for VP of Sales Role

By Diane Adam on Aug. 24, 2022

Terry King will oversee the online grocery platform's long-term growth strategy in the newly created position.

Retailers

Nicholas Bertram Departs Post as The Giant Co. President to 'Pursue New Opportunities'

By Diane Adam on Aug. 24, 2022

John Ruane, who is currently SVP and CCO for the grocer, has been appointed interim president until a successor is named, the retailer announced Wednesday.

Walmart

Walmart Expands Abortion Coverage for Employees

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 22, 2022

The nation’s largest employer also said it would increase coverage for those who must travel long distances for healthcare following the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.

Labor

Jobs Surprise: Grocery Hiring Speeds Up in July

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 05, 2022

Food and beverage stores added 8,600 jobs in July after they added 4,300 jobs in June, according to data released Friday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Retailers

7-Eleven Lays Off Nearly 900

By Greg Lindenberg on Jul. 22, 2022

The Speedway integration leads to operational, field, support staff consolidation, the retailer confirms.

Retailers

Grocers Added Jobs in June As Unemployment Rate Holds at 3.6%

By Christine LaFave Grace on Jul. 08, 2022

The labor force participation rate reversed course, inching down to 62.2%, as wages rose 5.1% year over year.

Technology

Why Automation Wins for Grocers' Workforce

By Arvin Jawa on Jul. 05, 2022

With the right technology in place, stores have more opportunities than ever to empower staff and attract new talent, writes retail strategy executive Arvin Jawa

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