“A Winning Company”By Color Lee, Charles Lewis, Linda Mcreynolds, Matt Guarriello,

Dominick Forni, Tiffany Couturier.

Part 1Business in a Changing World

Technology within the organization

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Part 2Starting and Growing a business

In 1967 Ralph Ward and Bud Williams opened a discount warehouse named Waremart in Boise, ID

Their goal was to provide a very large selection at a very low price

Waremart was considered a partnership

Continued to expand and operate stores a Waremart and Cub Foods until 1999

In 1999 changed name to WinCo Foods Inc.

In 1985 the WinCo Foods Employee Stock Ownership Trust purchased majority interest from Ward family

WinCo From the WinCo From the Ground UpGround Up

WinCo From the Beginning Cont. In 1985 WinCo Foods Inc. became a private/

employee owned company In the early 90’s Supervalu obtained 1/4 of

WinCo Foods Inc. in a trade for their Portland, OR distribution center

WinCo then became self-sufficient April 2004 WinCo repurchased Supervalu’s

share of stocks Consequently WinCo Foods Inc. became

WinCo Foods LLC in 2004 because they became a holding company

Business Design Benefits Limited Liability and taxation Increased employee dedication and sense of

ownership Increased production and profitability ESOP’s or Employee Stock Ownership Plans

result in more retirement benefits for employees than non-ESOP companies retirement plans

Democratic leadership design can result in slow decision making

Increased employee financial risk

WinCo Internal Structure Chairman of the Board is William D. Long,

and the other Board members include Scott Preece, Gary R. Piva, Phillip Dabill, and David Boehnan

The Chief Operating Officer, Richard Charrier is responsible for dealing with day-to-day issues within WinCo and operation management

employee would share their concerns with their manager or assistant manager, who would then move the concern up the chain of command to the Chief Operating Manager or COO

Part 2 Summary Unique idea such as a warehouse-style

grocery store can take off with hard work Becoming employee-owned they increased

their employees drive and desire to provide the utmost customer service

Opting against all of the frills of normal grocery stores and allowing customers to self-bag WinCo significantly decreased costs resulting in more profit

WinCo has established themselves as strong competitors in the food industry

Part 3Managing for quality and competitiveness

What makes effective management What makes effective management in WinCo?in WinCo?

Open door policy- All employees have an opportunity for their voice to be heard and valued.

Goals within each department- Every month managers create individual and store goals

Motivation- WinCo belives in rewarding their employees, every eligible employee receives company stock with zero out of pocket expense on their part.

Opportunity- WinCo promotes from within the company.  For example, many of their managers and corporate personnel started doing carts, maintenance or other entry-level positions and were

recognized for their dedication.

What makes WinCo a SuccessWhat makes WinCo a SuccessWhat makes WinCo a SuccessWhat makes WinCo a Success Their market niche while at first glance seems like they’re

geared more towards the budget shoppers, they set no limits for themselves.  Their goal is to be a shopping destination for anyone at any income level that is looking for great products at great prices.  

They have been able to compete in the market by providing excellent customer service and reasonable prices. They stand behind their products and have set individuals from

within the company to ensure quality and care.

Part 4Part 4Creating a Human Resource Advantage

Getting HiredGetting Hired

Applications are accepted in stores Survey either by phone or internet Interview with the department manager Must pass a drug screen 2-3 hour new hired orientation Training in the department

Departments: Grocery, Checking, Meat, Produce, Deli, Bulk Foods, Bakery, Pizza, Variety, Freight and Maintenance

Applications are accepted in stores Survey either by phone or internet Interview with the department manager Must pass a drug screen 2-3 hour new hired orientation Training in the department

Departments: Grocery, Checking, Meat, Produce, Deli, Bulk Foods, Bakery, Pizza, Variety, Freight and Maintenance

Disciplinary ActionDisciplinary Action

Leave a note Verbal warning Written warning Suspension or termination

Non-Union Employee Association Committee

Leave a note Verbal warning Written warning Suspension or termination

Non-Union Employee Association Committee

WinCo BenefitsWinCo Benefits

Flexible scheduling Medical, dental, vision plan Paid vacations Two personal holidays Employee owned! Salary based on hours worked

Flexible scheduling Medical, dental, vision plan Paid vacations Two personal holidays Employee owned! Salary based on hours worked

MotivationMotivation

Employee owned“There’s nothing more powerful and

motivational than knowing that the hard work you are putting into the company you’re going to get back.”

Open door policy“WinCo see’s with communication and

knowledge comes motivation.” Promotion

Employee owned“There’s nothing more powerful and

motivational than knowing that the hard work you are putting into the company you’re going to get back.”

Open door policy“WinCo see’s with communication and

knowledge comes motivation.” Promotion

Financing the EnterpriseProducts and Product Management

Store Accounting

Employee owned

Store Suggestions

Product and Product management

» WinCo distributes to stores located in Oregon, California, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah.

» Large store sizes.» Large Product Inventory» Buying in Bulk, and consumer driven products» Low product prices» Off brands» Large Target Market.

Store Accounting

» Accounting is especially difficult due to the fact the company is employee owned

» Managing the shares is especially difficult due to the employee pension plan.

» Not able to share accounting information, although an outside firm does manage the financial information quarterly.

Employee Owned

» 1985 store was bought by the employee pension program.

» Every employee owns a share of the company

» Employee purchases and motivation drives and improves shares.

» The shares are not publicly traded» Each employee takes responsibility for

the company and their shares.

Store Suggestions

» If I had any suggestions it would be for the store to open up information for the public.

» People want to feel like they are a part of a community and WinCo is not allowing that.

» A community feeling would improve business and make customers feel appreciated.

Winco Marketing

ByDominick Forni

Winco Marketing

ByDominick Forni

Winco Foods

Total Market Approach

Produce

Generic Brands

Canned Foods

Meats

Frozen Foods

Bulk Foods

Distribution

Where House Distribution

Winco Hot Sheet

Renovations Needed

Customer Service

Winco a Smart Shop

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