Job Description
What’s Wakefern? Haven’t heard of us? That’s okay. But you’ve probably heard of our supermarkets: ShopRite, PriceRite, The Fresh Grocer, and Dearborn Market.
Wakefern Food Corp. has grown into the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and is the largest employer in New Jersey with over 70,000 employees. And In 2020, Wakefern Food Corp. reported a record in retail sales of over $18 Billion!
26% of our employees have been with us for at least 25 years! Why? Because we care about our people and understand that they are our greatest asset. We offer career development & growth opportunities and have recently been selected as one of NJBIZ magazine’s Best Places to Work in New Jersey.
We offer a highly competitive salary and superior company-paid Associate benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Prescriptions, Tuition Reimbursement, Pre-Tax Dependent Spending Account, Wellness Reimbursement, Retirement and 401(k).
What you will do:
The Leaders-In-Training Program has a long history with Wakefern Food Corporation, and was created to provide our Company with a stream of talented individuals who have the potential to be outstanding future leaders in our organization. Throughout the 18 month program, Trainees are exposed to diverse aspects of the business, and participate in group projects designed to improve our business operations. They interface with company executives and store owners and are constantly working on improving individual and group communication and presentation skills while gaining invaluable work experience. We are currently recruiting for trainees in the following areas:
- PROCUREMENT: Category Management, Corporate Marketing and Merchandising.
To Qualify:
Ideal candidates are highly motivated and driven individuals who are eager to learn and positively impact Wakefern Food Corporation and its members.
In order to be considered for this program, applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related field.
- Academic achievement validated by a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability.
- At least 1 year of relevant business work experience is required.
- Prior experience in retailing/wholesaling or a related field is preferred.
- Proficient with the MS Office suite of products
Job Type: Full-time