Costco Wholesale
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Work wellbeing score is Above average, 74 out of 100

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Purpose

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Satisfaction

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Above average

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About the company

  • CEO
    W. Craig Jelinek
    88%
    approve of W. Craig Jelinek's performance
  • Founded
    1976
  • Company size
    more than 10,000
  • Revenue
    more than $10B (USD)
  • Industry
  • Headquarters
    999 Lake Drive Issaquah,...
  • Link
    Costco Wholesale website

Costco Wholesale Corporation operates an international chain of membership warehouses, under the "Costco Wholesale" name, that carry quality, brand name merchandise at substantially lower prices than are typically found at conventional wholesale or retail sources. The warehouses are designed to help small-to-medium-sized businesses reduce costs in purchasing for resale and for everyday business use. Individuals may also purchase for their personal needs.

Costco's warehouses present one of the l...

Costco Wholesale Corporation operates an international chain of membership warehouses, under the "Costco Wholesale" name, that carry quality, brand name merchandise at substantially lower prices than are typically found at conventional wholesale or retail sources. The warehouses are designed to help small-to-medium-sized businesses reduce costs in purchasing for resale and for everyday business use. Individuals may also purchase for their personal needs.

Costco's warehouses present one of the largest and most exclusive product category selections to be found under a single roof. Categories include groceries, confectionary, appliances, television and media, automotive supplies, tyres, toys, hardware, sporting goods, jewellery, watches, cameras, books, housewares, apparel, health and beauty aids, tobacco, furniture, office supplies and office equipment. Costco is known for carrying top quality national and regional brands, at prices consistently below traditional wholesale or retail outlets. Members can also shop for private label Kirkland Signature products, designed to be of equal or better quality than national brands, including juice, cookies, coffee, tyres, housewares, luggage, appliances, clothing and detergent.

According to Jim Sinegal, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, "Costco is able to offer lower prices and better values by eliminating virtually all the frills and costs historically associated with conventional wholesalers and retailers, including salespeople, fancy buildings, delivery, billing and accounts receivable. We run a tight operation with extremely low overhead which enables us to pass on dramatic savings to our members."

Costco offers two types of membership: Business and Gold Star. Business members qualify by owning or operating a business while Gold Star membership is available to individuals. All members get a free additional card. Costco warehouses are open seven days per week for all members.

Costco opened the first Australian location at Docklands in August 2009 and is opening locations in Auburn, NSW and Canberra, ACT in July, 2011.

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4.10 out of 5 stars.20194.08 out of 5 stars.20203.76 out of 5 stars.20213.64 out of 5 stars.20223.75 out of 5 stars.2023

Reviews

Pharmacy Technician in Sterling, VA
on March 27, 2023
Great place to work. Costco has good benefits in term of pay and their insurance is the best . Only pay $3 copay for most of prescriptions,$20 for doctor visit even for urgent care and only $150 for emergency with low deductible
Receiver shipper in Jurupa valley
on September 22, 2023
Good company and benefits. But working in a warehouse might drive you crazy and there’s no variety in terms of shifts to work. Easy but might get too easy that you’ll get bored
Cashier Assistant in Naperville, IL
on September 22, 2023
I enjoyed working there and working with different types of people. Huge shame that if you're seasonal, it's a gamble whether you'll actually get a permanent position.
Warehouse Associate in Santa Clarita, CA
on September 22, 2023
If you like the warehouse environment and hard labor this is your place. Lots of nepotism and everything goes based on seniority. Lots of older folks here
Clerk in Liberty Township, OH
on September 22, 2023
Constant favoritism. Once you get on the bad side, kiss your career goodbye. They will actively go against you. Pay is good. Some good managers but they are outcasts. They prefer managers who slack off and hang out rather than ones that work hard and have good numbers.

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Honestly they are pretty basic mostly just asking about your problem solving skills and how you deal with other people. So long as you are good at solving problems, can provide examples of such, can provide examples of how you are good at dealing with others, you will be good to go.

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