Sainsbury’s is making significant preparations for the upcoming Christmas season.
- The retailer plans to hire 20,000 temporary staff across the UK.
- Roles include positions in stores, warehouses, and online fulfilment.
- Sainsbury’s offers additional benefits to temporary workers, such as discounts.
- Other retailers like M&S are also increasing their workforce for the festive period.
Sainsbury’s has announced the creation of 20,000 seasonal roles nationwide in anticipation of the Christmas period. These positions will span across various departments, including stores, warehouses, and online fulfilment centres. The initiative aims to support operations during the peak shopping season.
The majority of these roles will be with Sainsbury’s, accounting for 18,000 positions, while 2,000 roles are allocated to Argos. These postings are set to be on fixed-term contracts ranging from three to 12 weeks. Sainsbury’s has emphasised that the seasonal employment will not only bolster their workforce but also provide opportunities for individuals to gain valuable experience during a bustling period.
In addition to the job creation, Sainsbury’s is offering incentives to its temporary staff, such as free food during shifts and a special discount scheme. Employees will benefit from a 10% discount, with an increase to 15% available on select days. These incentives highlight Sainsbury’s commitment to supporting their workforce during the crucial festive season, ensuring that morale and productivity remain high.
Prerana Issar, Sainsbury’s Chief People Officer, stated, “As the festive season draws near, we’re getting ready to create a memorable Christmas for our customers – and our brilliant colleagues play a central role in bringing this to life.” Her remarks underline the importance the retailer places on its employees in delivering quality service and maintaining customer satisfaction during high-demand periods.
In comparison, other retailers like M&S have also ramped up their seasonal hiring initiatives, with M&S announcing the recruitment of 11,000 workers. This increase illustrates the broader trend among retailers to prepare for heightened consumer demand as the festive season approaches.
The recruitment drive by Sainsbury’s reflects a strategic approach to efficiently manage increased demand during the festive period while offering valuable work opportunities.
