Unions Put Albertson's, Safeway Workers in Strike Mode

Be among trailblazing marketing pros at Brandweek this September 23–26 in Phoenix, Arizona. Experience incredible networking, insightful sessions and a boost of inspiration at ADWEEK’s ultimate brand event. Register by May 13 to save 35%.

NEW YORK–Union officials representing some 30,000 workers at supermarket giants Albertson’s and Safeway told their members to prepare for a strike after receiving a contract proposal that they said was “dead on arrival.”

The strike already has been delayed several times, including once after the tragic events of Sept. 11 put the nation into a state of mourning and rebuilding.

Both Albertson’s and Safeway, the nation’s second and third largest supermarket retailers, respectively (behind Kroger), say the new offer will place the affected workers among their companies “highest paid retail store associates.”

According





AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in