East of England Co-op

East of England Co-op is the largest independent retailer operating in the East of England. They provide a diverse range of services to their communities, including food stores, funeral services, security, travel agents, petrol filling stations, stonemasonry, and property management. As a co-operative business, they prioritize their members, who own and run the company, and focus on supporting their local communities through various outreach programs, fundraising, and community support initiatives.

The company traces its roots back over 150 years to the first ever co-operative, the Rochdale Pioneers. With a long history of serving their region, East of England Co-op is committed to ethical and sustainable practices, including Fairtrade sourcing, sustainable palm oil usage, and environmental initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint. They are also dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, promoting equal opportunities and fostering a supportive environment for their colleagues.

The East of England Co-op offers a variety of employee benefits designed to support colleague well-being and career growth. These benefits include a generous discount on food purchases, a winter support package with additional discounts and a £50 voucher, an enhanced pension scheme, and a comprehensive health and well-being program. The company also invests in colleague development through apprenticeship pathways and a talent and development team, aiming to create a positive and supportive work environment that fosters career progression.

East of England Co-op is the largest independent retailer in the region, operating food stores, funeral services, security systems, travel agencies, petrol filling stations, and other businesses across Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire. The company prioritizes its members and local communities, emphasizing a commitment to fair and ethical business practices, community support, and environmental sustainability.

East of England Co-op promotes a culture that values community, inclusivity, and ethical business practices. As a member-owned cooperative, they prioritize the needs of their local communities and strive to create a fair and supportive work environment for their colleagues. They are committed to paying fair wages, fostering diversity and inclusion, and operating sustainably. Their focus on member engagement and community involvement creates a culture of mutual respect and shared responsibility.

The East of England Co-op values and celebrates the diversity of its workforce, believing that a diverse and inclusive environment fosters a wealth of knowledge, experience, and talent, which are essential for the success of the business. They are committed to creating an environment where all colleagues feel included and that they belong, recognizing that diversity alone is not enough. Their vision is to be the East of England’s most valued organization, and they believe that a diverse workforce enables them to better meet and respond to the changing needs of their communities.