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Fast Retailing to accept interns worldwide starting April

Berlin, Germany, 2017-Feb-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fast Retailing today (2017.02.10) announces that in April this year it will launch a program to accept long-term interns for offices in 16 countries and territories, including in Japan, China, and the United States. The company plans to offer more than 100 internships in the initial year. The internships…

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NGA announces best ever 2017 NGA Show in its history

Las Vegas, NV, 2017-Feb-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The 2017 NGA Show opened with over 3,400 registered attendees, making it the seventh consecutive year of record breaking attendance levels. Alongside a sold-out EXPO floor, the National Grocers Association’s (NGA) annual convention also witnessed a record attendance level for retailer and wholesaler participants. “The NGA Show continues to…

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RILA now accepting applications for the 2017 (R)Tech Asset Protection: Innovation Awards

Arlington , VA, 2017-Feb-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the trade association for the world's largest and most innovative retail companies, today (2/8/2017) announced it is now accepting applications for the 2017 (R)Tech Asset Protection: Innovation Awards. The Awards showcase game-changing technology that mitigates total retail loss and recognizes…

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Wegmans now hiring and training employees for its new Medford location in Middlesex County

MEDFORD, MA, 2017-Feb-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hiring and training are now underway for 200 full-time positions at Wegmans Food Markets’ new Medford location in Middlesex County. The family-owned company’s fifth store in Massachusetts is scheduled to open this fall on the north side of Mystic Valley Parkway at Locust St. Available full-time positions include…

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Lowe’s Canada to host annual Regional Hiring Day to meet spring and summer demand

Boucherville, QC, 2017-Feb-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today ( February 1, 2017) Lowe's Canada announced plans to hire approximately 2,800 new employees to fill seasonal roles at its 54 Lowe's banner stores across Canada in addition to positions at two new stores that are expected to open in Sherwood Park (AB) and SW London (ON)…

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. now hiring more than 45,000 seasonal employees

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Feb-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — The spring season kicks off the busiest time of year for home improvement projects. To meet customers’ needs, Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is now hiring more than 45,000 seasonal employees, supplementing its more than 235,000 U.S. store employees. In-store seasonal positions include cashiers, lawn and garden associates,…

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Starbucks announces plans to hire 10,000 refugees around the world in 75 countries

Starbucks announces plans to hire 10,000 refugees around the world in 75 countries   Seattle, 2017-Feb-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — On January 29, Starbucks announced plans to hire 10,000 refugees around the world in the 75 countries where it does business over the next five years. This plan is an extension of Starbucks ongoing commitment to create…

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Food Marketing Institute announces nine new members of its board of directors

Scottsdale, Ariz., 2017-Jan-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today (January 30, 2017) introduced nine new members to its board of directors during its annual meeting at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. FMI Board Chairman, President and CEO of Bristol Farms Kevin Davis announced the appointments: New Directors (3-year term) • Michele…

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Amazon to create 1,000 new full-time jobs at its first fulfillment center in Colorado

Associates at the new Aurora facility will pick, pack, and ship large-sized customer orders SEATTLE, 2017-Jan-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Jan. 23, 2017) announced plans to open its first fulfillment center in Colorado. The one-million square foot facility in Aurora is expected to create more than 1,000 new full-time jobs, which…

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Kroger family of stores to fill 10,000 permanent positions in its supermarket divisions

CINCINNATI, 2017-Jan-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today ( Jan. 23, 2017) announced that its family of stores is hiring to fill an estimated 10,000 permanent positions in its supermarket divisions. The company also announced that its total active workforce grew by more than 12,000 associates in 2016. Over the last eight…

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Amazon to create 700 new positions at its third Maryland fulfillment center

Amazon’s new 1.2 million-square-foot facility will create 700 new full-time jobs SEATTLE, 2017-Jan-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Jan. 17, 2017) announced plans to open a 1.2 million-square-foot fulfillment center in North East, Maryland. Amazon currently employs more than 3,000 associates at its fulfillment and sortation centers in Baltimore and plans to create…

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CarMax to fill more than 120 positions at its two new stores opening in Puyallup and Lynnwood, Wash. in March 2017

SEATTLE, 2017-Jan-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, today (January 16, 2017) announced that it is hiring to fill more than 120 positions at the company’s two new stores opening in Puyallup and Lynnwood, Wash. in March 2017. These CarMax stores will be the first in…

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A.F. Blakemore launches Blakemore Branching Out programme to support young people gain skills to enter employment successfully

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, 2017-Jan-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — A.F. Blakemore has launched a new community programme to inspire, engage and motivate young people about the opportunities in the employment industry. The Blakemore Branching Out programme will support young people across five key interventions, enabling them to gain the necessary skills to enter employment successfully, provide…

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Albert Heijn organiseert Code Camp voor 150 medewerkers

Zaandam, Netherlands, 2017-Jan-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Albert Heijn organiseert volgende maand een Code Camp, een bijeenkomst waar 150 medewerkers uit de winkels en de distributiecentra kunnen leren programmeren. Tijdens de Code Camp leren medewerkers in één dag de basis van het programmeren. Zij krijgen te zien zien wat je allemaal kunt met coderen en…

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Amazon plans to grow its full-time U.S.-based workforce from 180,000 to over 280,000 by mid-2018

Already one of the country’s biggest employers, Amazon plans to grow its full-time U.S.-based workforce from 180,000 in 2016 to over 280,000 by mid-2018 Over 9,000 employees have now participated in Amazon’s innovative “Career Choice” program that pre-pays 95% of tuition for degrees in high-demand occupations such as aircraft mechanics, computer-aided design, machine tool…

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The NRF Foundation announces 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future

Washington, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The NRF Foundation today (January 4, 2017) announced the 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future. The honorees represent the best and brightest individuals impacting the retail industry and will be recognized on January 15 at the NRF Foundation Gala during Retail’s BIG Show…

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Barnes & Noble announces the start of the 2017 “Barnes & Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest”

Once Again, Middle & High School Students Can Nominate Their Teachers for National, Regional and Local Awards National Winner and Their School to Split $10,000 in Cash Prizes and More Hundreds of Stores Nationwide to Honor Local Winners New York, New York, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:…

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K-Group recruits nearly 50 new specialists to build the leading digital services in the trading sector

HELSINKI, 2016-Dec-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kesko's 70 digital recruits this year will be complemented by nearly 50 more new digital specialists. New talents are sought to build the leading digital services in the trading sector and to lead IT's new development teams and digital projects. The K-Group is now seeking experts in digital business and…

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NRF Foundation announces top five finalists for its Next Generation Scholarship program

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation Foundation today (December 15, 2016) announced this year’s top five finalists for its Next Generation Scholarship program, which provides financial support to college students pursuing careers or majors relevant to retail. The finalists will travel to New York City, where they will interview with…

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Kroger’s hiring event hired more than 4,000 military veterans and their family members

CINCINNATI, 2016-Dec-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Dec. 6, 2016) announced that as a result of its one-day Honoring our Heroes hiring event held on November 9, the company hired more than 4,000 military veterans and their family members. "I'm so proud of our store teams for their outstanding efforts during…

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Starbucks Vietnam and The Asia Foundation to prepare disadvantaged young people for careers in Vietnam’s fast-growing food and beverage industry

Starbucks Vietnam and The Asia Foundation to prepare disadvantaged young people for careers in Vietnam’s fast-growing food and beverage industry   Starbucks extends commitment to creating opportunities and employment in communities around the world HANOI, 2016-Dec-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks Vietnam and The Asia Foundation, a nonprofit international development organization, today (December 5, 2016 ) announced a…

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Debenhams reveals designers for its Spring Summer 2017 collection

Debenhams reveals designers for its Spring Summer 2017 collection   Denmark London, 2016-Dec-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Debenhams celebrates its designer credentials for Spring Summer 2017, with a portfolio of iconic designers creating premium design and affordable fashion to the high street.  Debenhams’ Red Herring and Debut brands continue to sit alongside designer names and deliver…

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Los chefs Gonzalo Calzadilla, Juan Ramón Sau y Jesús Villar son los finalistas de la V edición del Premio BCC EROSKI Saria

El Premio BCC–EROSKI Saria reconoce la labor de los cocineros que valorizan la innovación gastronómica con productos locales de tradición Los tres finalistas de esta edición prepararán mañana sus recetas con productos locales presentadas al concurso en las instalaciones de Basque Culinary Center (BCC) para ser degustadas por el jurado del premio ELORRIO,España, 2016-Dec-02…

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Best Buy Canada opens applications from secondary schools for its Best Buy School Tech Grant program

BURNABY, BC, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy Canada is now accepting applications from secondary schools for their Best Buy School Tech Grant program, the retailer announced today (November 30, 2016). Financial grants of up to $10,000 are available for schools across the country looking to improve their technology offerings for classes or programs…

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Sprouts Farmers Market to hold nationwide hiring day on Tuesday, Dec. 6

Healthy grocery store holding open interviews for non-seasonal career opportunities at every Sprouts location on Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PHOENIX, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sprouts Farmers Market will hold a hiring day on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at all of its stores from coast to…

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This December 15,000 additional Festive Colleagues set to help customers with their Christmas shopping at Tesco

This December 15,000 additional Festive Colleagues set to help customers with their Christmas shopping at Tesco   Tesco customers are set to be given an extra helping hand with their Christmas shopping this year by over 15,000 additional Festive Colleagues. CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The majority will start in stores across the UK from the…

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Carrefour updates on its various initiatives to promote the employment of people with disabilities

Carrefour's employment rate of people with disabilities has increased by 21.3% over four years Boulogne-Billancourt, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — To celebrate International Disability Day on 3 December, Carrefour is taking stock of its various initiatives to promote the employment of people with disabilities. Currently, more than 11,000 disabled people work for Carrefour. That's an increase…

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EROSKI apoya la empleabilidad de los jóvenes navarros

EROSKI apoya la empleabilidad de los jóvenes navarros   EROSKI ha formado, en colaboración con Fundación Nueva Gestión, a 15 jóvenes menores de 30 años del área de Pamplona y comarca como auxiliares de comercio y dependientes de carnicería y charcutería La cooperativa se compromete a contratar a 13 de los participantes, dentro de su…

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BJ’s Restaurants launches new program that enables guests to honor the heroes among us

Nationwide program enables guests to pay tribute to first responders and other heroes in our communities HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.(NASDAQ:BJRI) today (Nov. 17, 2016 ) announced the launch of Buy a Hero a BeerSM, a program for our guests to honor the heroes among us, including first responders. “This new…

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Winners of 2016 Kering Award for Sustainable Fashion announced

London, 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Held at London College of Fashion on Monday 14th November, Kering and Centre for Sustainable Fashion at London College of Fashion, UAL, revealed the winners of the 2016 Kering Award for Sustainable Fashion. The event at LCF gathered over 400 guests including, researchers, journalists, professionals from the fashion industry…

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