Empowering Our Associates
Our Associates make it possible for us to deliver great values to our Customers every day.
Associates are central to our success and growth, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where they can thrive both personally and professionally.
At the forefront of our commitment is a focus on welcoming and valuing the diverse range of backgrounds, identities, and ideas of our Associates and our Customers. Creating an environment where our approximately 108,000 Associates and the Customers who shop with us are treated with dignity and respect is at the heart of everything we do.
We continue our efforts to attract, retain, and develop a diverse array of talent, enhance our policies and programs to support and safeguard our Associates, and offer opportunities for Associates to contribute to the communities where they live and work. To this end, our 2023 initiatives focused on:
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
- Nurturing a respectful culture
- Attracting and retaining diverse talent
- Enhancing the sense of community and belonging for Associates
- Recognizing diverse holidays and commemorative events
- Advancing our Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DE&I) commitment
Associate Hiring and Development Opportunities
- Training and development programs
- Growing our own talent
- Hiring in our communities
- Military Recruiting Program
- Commitment to our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy
Making Our Company a Great Place to Work
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits
- Focus on safe working environments
- Opportunities for Associates to share feedback
- Matching Gift Program
- Community volunteering opportunities
- Scholarship program for Associates and their dependents
- Associate recognition programs
Pay Equity
At Ross, we are committed to fostering a workplace that upholds the principles of diversity, inclusion, and equitable compensation. We recognize the importance of pay equity as a fundamental aspect of our corporate responsibility and strive to ensure that all Associates are compensated fairly and equitably. Our efforts are aligned with our core values of integrity and respect, ensuring that every member of our team, regardless of their gender, race, or background, receives pay that reflects their role and contributions to our success. This commitment not only supports our Associates but also strengthens our business, enabling us to attract and retain top talent while maintaining high levels of satisfaction and engagement.
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3,200
new jobs created by opening 97 new locations in 2023
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72%
of managerial openings in Stores and Field Offices were filled through internal promotions in 2023