With approximately 400 new store openings per year, Walgreens will operate over 6000 drugstores by the year 2010. The company has over 90,000 employees and 45,000 shareholders. Walgreens is America's 14th largest retailer according to Fortune Magazine. New hires in retailing start as assistant managers with extensive hands-on training. Responsible for maintaining store appearance, customer service, and inventory as designated by store manager.
Promotion is based on performance and productivity without regard to seniority.