Extreme-value grocery chain with 480+ independently operated stores
Grocery Outlet operates a franchise-like model of 480+ independent grocery stores across 10 U.S. states, built on a 78-year track record of discount sourcing. The hiring mix is heavily weighted toward operations and store management (258 ops roles, 172 manager-level positions), with active recruitment for new store openings and performance optimization—suggesting aggressive expansion paired with a focus on standardizing store execution across a decentralized footprint. Tech stack centers on SAP (ERP), UKG (workforce management), Salesforce (CRM), and classic productivity tools, with no major platform replacements or AI adoptions in progress.
Notable leadership hires: HR Director, Director Purchasing, Head Clerk, Store Director, Grocery Store Director
Grocery Outlet is the largest extreme-value grocery retailer in the United States, operating 480+ independently owned and operated Bargain Market stores across California, Delaware, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Idaho, Washington, New Jersey, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, the company is publicly traded and employs over 1,000 people. The business model hinges on offering name-brand products at 40–60% discounts versus traditional grocers, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Inventory rotates continuously to create a treasure-hunt dynamic. The company manages relationships with over 2,500 supplier partners and focuses on product categories including frozen foods, fresh produce, meat, health & beauty, natural and organic items, and beer & wine.
SAP and SAP S/4HANA for ERP; UKG for workforce management; Salesforce (with Marketing Cloud) and Klaviyo for CRM and marketing; Google Cloud Platform and AWS for cloud infrastructure; CrowdStrike for security.
Emeryville, California. The company operates 480+ stores across 10 U.S. states and also has active hiring in Brazil and Canada.
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