Save Mart Settles With UFCW Locals 5, 8 and 648
Following almost a year of negotiations with UFCW Locals 5, 8, and 648, Save Mart Supermarkets announces has reached an agreement.
“We believe this agreement will allow us to be more competitive in the retail food market while providing enhanced job security and additional hours to our valued team of associates,” said Steve Junqueiro, president and COO of Save Mart. “We also believe with this agreement we can intensify our focus on the needs of our customers. Our goal is to provide a ‘best in class’ shopping experience while remaining vigilant in working toward managing costs and growing sales. We commend and appreciate our associates for delivering quality service throughout the negotiation process.”
The union presidents said in a joint statement that they “were able to reach an agreement that protects their security and dignity while addressing the competitive challenges of the employer.”
The presidents noted that the Unions succeeded in meeting their primary objectives, including maintaining affordable health care for members and retirees as well as securing more hours and full-time positions for members.
“This tentative agreement with Save Mart addresses the employer’s legitimate needs for temporary financial relief while preserving the core achievements of decades of Union Solidarity,” they added. “This agreement maintains the highest wages, the finest benefits and the most generous pension plans in the grocery industry.”
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