METRO/MAKRO

🌍 At METRO, we're committed to delivering quality, variety, and sustainability for professional customers across the globe. Here are some key facts about how we're making an impact in the wholesale industry:   1️⃣ Our Gâteau au Chocolat from the METRO Chef brand is a customer favorite in many countries, including Spain and Germany. 🍫 It’s one of our top-selling products! 2️⃣ We’re expanding our product range with a focus on health and sustainability: 475 organic products, 39 alternative protein options, and 998 items that are low in sugar, salt, and additives. 🌱 3️⃣ In collaboration with our partners, we’ve saved 82,469 meals in 2022/23, contributing to food waste reduction and saving 206 tons of CO2. 🌍 4️⃣ METRO’s product range in Germany alone offers up to 20,000 food products and 30,000 non-food items, ensuring our customers have access to everything they need to run their businesses efficiently. 🛒   From food quality to sustainability, METRO is shaping the future of wholesale with tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of our professional customers.   #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO #Sustainability #WholesaleToTheMax

🚀 Ready to take the next step in your career with METRO? 🚀 When applying to METRO, it’s important to showcase what makes you stand out! Whether you’ve got experience in wholesale operations, logistics, or gastronomy, make sure you’re highlighting that expertise in your cover letter and interview. 💼 Here are some key tips to help your application shine: 1️⃣ Demonstrate your understanding of wholesale operations—from logistics to the food service industry. 2️⃣ Got experience in gastronomy? Perfect! Make it a talking point during your interview. 3️⃣ Show us you’ve done your research! Dive into METRO’s commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation in the wholesale industry. 4️⃣ Stay connected! Make sure to follow METRO's social media profiles to stay updated on all things METRO. Don’t wait—take the next step in your career and apply now! 💪 #JoinMETRO #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO #CareerOpportunities #WholesaleToTheMax #JobTips

💥 METRO Potential Viktoriia Vinokurova, Head of Regional Controlling, Corporate Controlling 💥   Meet Viktoriia, whose leadership style combines dedication, expertise, and a genuine connection with her team. As Head of Regional Controlling at METRO, her work is anything but routine.   “Typical days? They’re rare!” Viktoriia says. Her week includes regular check-ins with her team to keep projects aligned, along with analyzing performance data and communicating insights to top management. Balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day operations, Viktoriia stays ahead of the curve.   And how does she start her day? With a little personal touch: “I love singing in the car on my way to the office—it sets the tone for a productive day ahead.” 🎶   Viktoriia’s ability to lead with both professionalism and a relaxed approach helps create an environment where her team thrives. We’re proud to have her as part of our METRO community!   #SuccessStories #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO

🚚 METRO’s Food Service Distribution (FSD): Delivering Success Globally! 🚚   At METRO, our FSD operations are the backbone of hospitality and retail. With an extensive network of delivery companies, we’re making sure our HoReCa and retail customers get what they need—quickly and efficiently. Here’s a look at some of our key players: ▪ R Express: Serving HoReCa and resellers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland with over 9,400 products selected by trained chefs. ▪ Classic Fine Foods Group: Delivering premium gourmet and alternative protein products to 11 countries in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. ▪ PRO à PRO: With 540 drivers and a network of 46 warehouses, Pro à Pro delivers 1.6 million orders annually across France and beyond. ▪ Pro a Pro Spain: Specializing in frozen foods and essentials for hotels across Spain, offering over 1,000 products. ▪ Aviludo, S.A. : The fresh meat experts of Portugal, with over 3,500 dry, fresh, and frozen products, 75% of which are locally sourced. ▪ Johan i Hallen & Bergfalk: Leaders in protein supply across Sweden and Finland, providing top-quality meat and seafood. ▪ METRO AG: Our own FSD services span 21 countries from Germany to Pakistan, delivering everything from fresh produce to cleaning supplies through our app and 525 stores. From premium products to reliable service, our FSD operations ensure that METRO customers receive the highest quality goods right at their doorsteps. 🌍🚛   #METROCommitment #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO #FoodServiceDistribution #GlobalDelivery #HoReCa #WholesaleSolutions

🌿 METRO’s Commitment to Sustainability 🌿   At METRO, we’re making significant strides toward a more sustainable future. Here are four ways we’re leading the change:   1️⃣ Plastic Reduction: In 2022/23, we reduced 3,800 tons of plastic in our Own Brand packaging. 2️⃣ Food Waste: We’re on track to cut food waste by 50% by 2025, having already reduced it by 23% in our stores and departments. 3️⃣ Donating Meals: Partnering with food bank organizations in 19 countries, METRO donated the equivalent of 20.8 million meals in Germany alone last year. 4️⃣ Electric Fleet: 10% of our fleet is now electric, with 861 company cars powered by clean energy.   We’re proud of these achievements but know there’s always more to do. Together, we’re driving positive change for our planet! 🌍   #Sustainability #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO #PlasticReduction #FoodWasteReduction #ElectricFleet

🏆 The results are in! 🏆 Thanks to everyone who took part in our latest METROlogy poll! We asked how many customers METRO serves worldwide on a daily basis. The correct answer is… 15 million! 🌍 That’s right—15 million customers across the globe rely on METRO every day to keep their businesses running smoothly. Whether it’s fresh produce, non-food essentials, or innovative digital solutions, we’re proud to support so many professionals in their day-to-day operations. Stay tuned for more fun facts and insights about METRO in our next METROlogy post! 🚀 #METROlogy #OneMETRO #ShapeTheM #FunFacts

October is a month full of celebrations at METRO AG! 🚀 Along with METRO's 60th anniversary, we’re also excited to welcome four new trainees from three different countries at METRO AG! 🌍 Over the next 18 months, they’ll dive deep into Procurement, Food Service Distribution, Supply Chain, or Controlling, gaining hands-on experience across various aspects of our business. Through a diverse job rotation, they’ll explore different entities, helping them integrate smoothly into #OneMETRO. 🤝 We’re excited to support their growth and can’t wait to see all they accomplish. 😊 Interested in joining us? Learn more about our Trainee Programme at METRO AG — check out the link in the comments! 👇 #JoinTheM #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO #TraineeProgramme

🎉 METRO is turning 60, but no need to worry—it's only getting better with age! 🍾 Like a fine wine or a well-aged cheese, METRO has spent the last six decades perfecting its craft, growing stronger, and delivering the best to its customers! From the opening of the very first store in 1964 to becoming a global leader in wholesale, this milestone is definitely a reason to celebrate! And we will celebrate with a week-long festival at the ONE METRO Campus in Düsseldorf from October 7 to 10! 🎈 Our employees are all invited to join in on this exciting week filled with games, wellness activities, interactive info sessions, and much more. Of course, there are some special highlights, including: 📢 Personal Branding & Corporate Influencing Workshop: Our employees can learn how to strengthen their personal brand on LinkedIn, and create content that showcases their skills and achievements. 🌍 Conscious Inclusion Workshop: Together, we reflect on conscious inclusion and discover how unconscious biases influence workplace dynamics, helping our employees create a more inclusive environment. 🚛 Visit the DISH Truck: The DISH Digital Solutions Truck will be showcasing innovative solutions. Our employees can take part in the DISH POS Challenge for a fun, hands-on experience. But that’s just the start! There’s also an escape room truck from METRO LOGISTICS and an exclusive "Ask Me Anything" session with METRO MARKETS CEO Philipp Blome to commemorate METRO’s 60th birthday in style. 🚛🎉 It’s going to be a week full of fun, learning, and unforgettable experiences, peaking in the ONE METRO festival on Thursday. We can’t wait to celebrate with all of our amazing METRO community. Here’s to 60 more years of success! 🎂 #METRO60 #OneMETRO #ShapeTheM #Birthday #Innovation #Celebration

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🚀 The Accelerate 2.0 journey continues with Module III! 🚀 What a week of inspiration and learning for our 27 Accelerate Programme leaders! Kicking off at Classic Fine Foods UK in London, our participants explored collaboration opportunities with CFF and FSD companies and visited the newly opened warehouse. It was a fantastic exchange with the leadership team Olivier Batel, Priyanka Patel, Michael Pichon, Kolitha Wickramasekera, and Mark Campbell on products and services. 🌍 The journey continued at Ashridge House, where experts Riaz Shah, OBE, Neil Twogood, Vic Harrison-Mirauer, Paul Griffith, Steve Seymour, and Sharon Olivier guided discussions on strategy execution, exploring global trends like digitalization and sustainability and their impact on METRO. The team used Lego Serious Play to visualize how METRO operates today, how others see us, and how we can be our best through collaboration. 🧱 A major highlight was practicing Executive Impact and Presence, focusing on how leaders can align their personal and organizational stories to inspire and engage teams. Participants embraced storytelling to enhance their leadership presence. The week concluded with the Stretch Business Simulation, where teams applied their strategic knowledge to grow companies and drive performance, competing for investments. 💼📊 With reflections and commitments to future collaboration, Module III brought new insights and strengthened bonds across the group. #AccelerateProgramme #LeadershipDevelopment #ShapeTheM #OneMETRO