WORKFORCE

RILA’s new partnership aims to create a new retail talent pipeline

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) is making a move that it hopes will attract and retain a new retail workforce.
Report: J.C. Penney to embark on hiring spree

J.C. Penney is looking for a few good people to man one of its call centers.
Big gain in retail jobs

February saw a significant uptick in jobs in the retail industry.
Home Depot commits $50 million to training tradespeople

The Home Depot is looking to grow the rapidly shrinking labor pool of skilled tradespeople.
Dollar General bolsters parental leave plan, adds adoption benefits

Another retailer is expanding employee benefits as the nation’s job market continues to tighten.
Target posts Q&A on its wage hikes

In a Q&A posted on its website, Stephanie Lundquist, Target’s chief human resources officer, discussed the wage hikes and what they mean for the company.
Target announces expanded shipping service; sets $12 hourly wage for 2018

On the heels of a strong performance sales-wise in its fourth quarter, Target Corp. announced a major rollout of several of its delivery services.
The top company for pay and benefits is…a retailer

Retailers took four out of the top 10 spots in a ranking of the best companies to work for — as ranked by employees — with regards to compensation and benefits.

Opinion: Making Sears Relevant to Millennials