Best Large Workplaces in Retail

To determine the Best Workplaces in Retail in 2025, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing more than 87,000 U.S. employees. See also: the Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Retail.

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The Top Ten

Wegmans Food Markets

Prev. #1

Employees say:"The company has a very strong family feel to it. No matter what store you are at, you are welcomed like you have worked in that store for years and everyone is very welcoming. I feel that a lot of people try to get to know you on a personal level, rather than just a working level. Employees are given a lot of opportunities to grow within the company and hard work gets recognized very often and in ways that make people feel important to the company (shout outs in huddles, utilizing the favorites people page, verbal recognition from upper management)."

Sheetz

Prev. #2

Employees say:"Our jobs feel like a second home. Everyone here accepts and honors each other. Our second family is hard working, supportive, generous, inventive, and de-stressing! We all feel heard and our opinions matter. We are trusted with making changes for the betterment of our team."

Publix Super Markets

+2 spotsPrev. #5

Employees say:"People care about you here. I’ve never had a job where management cared about their employees as people. They provide mentorship, and want you to succeed and move up in the company. They are also always willing to work with you if you need time off. Employees are also friendly and take value in their work."

Trek Bicycle

Prev. #4

Employees say:"The opportunities to contribute ideas and feedback without being in management is unique. I think our voices are often heard in a way other companies don't bother with. Management seems to truly care for the employees and want to make them feel at home and empowered to do their job well."

Target

-2 spotsPrev. #3

Employees say:"I believe Target is a great place to work because the management genuinely values employee input and encourages us to share ideas for improving the store. I’ve seen firsthand how suggestions are taken seriously, leading to initiatives like improved scheduling flexibility and enhanced training programs. This supportive environment, combined with competitive benefits, makes me feel truly valued and motivated to excel every day."

CarMax

Prev. #6

Employees say:"CarMax truly cares about innovation and allows employees the opportunity to present ideas and solutions as well as the time to prove out those ideas. Everyday I see people coming together to improve and develop new solutions that make this a great place to work for associates, and provide a better shopping experience for our customers."

The Spinx Company

+2 spotsPrev. #9

Employees say:"This place is so special to work at because I feel that all my teams’ differences are actually strengths. We accept one another for who we are and understand that its our differences that allow us to be so successful at work."

Harbor Freight Tools

+2 spotsPrev. #10

Employees say:"I have worked in retail for 30yrs and this is the first company that I have worked for that has truly cared about it's associates on all levels. For the 1st time in my career I have work life balance, solid & clear communication with several levels of leaders and my leaders are invested in my growth. Last year I even brought my daughter into the company. She is now growing her career with Harbor Freight and loving it. I highly recommend this company to others and look forward to my future with Harbor Freight."

Island Pacific Supermarket

+2 spotsPrev. #11

Employees say:"Our management principles emphasize putting people before profits and always considering decisions from our employees’ perspective. The management is committed to taking care of our team, ensuring that everyone has work, even in cases where positions may overlap. The management believes in providing a stable livelihood and maintaining a strong, family-like culture for all."

Dick's Sporting Goods

+4 spotsPrev. #14

Employees say:"The executive leadership present and perform as very normal individuals making themselves level with the entire team across the organization. This is how approachable and communicative they are to work with. That is exemplary in my opinion. There are zero barriers for any team member to ask questions, raise concerns, give suggestions, and work independently. This is the best place to work by far!"