Overview
- Mercadona increased its domestic procurement by 8% in 2024, with total purchases from Spanish suppliers reaching €29 billion.
- The company invested €24 million in Galicia and over €8 million in Murcia to enhance store networks and expand its eco-friendly 'Listo para Comer' ready-meal section.
- Job creation remained a priority, with 240 new positions added in Galicia and 33 in Murcia, boosting regional employment figures.
- Mercadona's labor model, including wages 27% above Spain's minimum and profit-sharing bonuses, was highlighted by the Financial Times for its employee-focused approach.
- A five-year collective agreement signed in late 2023 guarantees salary increases of up to 6% and purchasing-power protection for its workforce through 2028.