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Walmart gives employees extra savings on groceries with expanded discount
Walmart has expanded its discount program for employees, offering employees discounts on all groceries year-round versus discounts on specific items during the holiday season.
In a memo the company sent out to associates on Aug. 13, the company said the change means employees get 10% off all food categories — including dairy, frozen, dry grocery, meat and seafood — as well as general merchandise and fashion.
'With this update, the associate discount now covers 95% of regularly priced items across the store,' the company said in the memo obtained by USA TODAY via email.
Walmart's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Kieran Shanahan said in a video shared to LinkedIn that the company has listened to employees.
'We know the impact this discount has for so many associates and their families,' he said. 'You shared your thoughts and we've listened … Please keep the feedback coming on how we can make the benefits we offer even better.'
Expanding the discount was one of their most requested changes, the company said in the memo.
What's different about this expansion?
Walmart employees receive Walmart Discount Cards after their first 90 days with the company, and if individuals work for the company for more than 20 years, they get an indefinite discount, the company said in the memo.
According to the company, the discount card was first launched more than 50 years ago.
The discount previously included a 10% discount on all fresh produce, most general merchandise, and a discount on items during the holiday season. Now, they'll pay lower prices for nearly all food sold at Walmart stores, including milk, bread, and meat, the company told USA TODAY on Aug. 14. The company also says the discount goes into effect immediately.
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Other retailers that offer employee discounts
According to the human resources consulting company Human Capital Hub, other retailers that offer employee discounts include:
Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@
