Trader Joe's: A Unique Customer Experience


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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.

Case Details:

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Case Code : MKTG221 For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 300;
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Themes

Marketing Strategy / Branding Strategy / Customer Service
Case Length : 14 Pages
Period : 1960-2009
Pub Date : 2009
Teaching Note : Not Available
Organization : Trader Joe 's
Industry : Retail Food Industry
Countries : US

Abstract:

The case describes the business practices of Trader Joe's (TJ), a chain of US retail stores with unique products, a distinctive organizational culture, and a quirky store ambience. It begins with a brief history of the retail chain, and goes on to describe various aspects of the retailer's unique business practices which, among other things, involved offering a selection of exclusive, mostly private-label products, and quickly replacing poorly performing products with new ones.

The case also discusses some of the important aspects of the retailer's organizational culture and HR policies, and how these contributed to a positive customer experience in its stores.

Issues:

» Understand the importance of organizational culture in providing good customer service in a retail store.

» Appreciate the value of a unique ambience and organizational culture in creating a positive shopping experience for customers.

Contents:

  Page No.
Introduction 1
Background Note 2
Uniquely Trader Joe's 4
HR Practices 7
The Stores 8
Quirky and Unusual 9
Criticisms 10
Outlook 10
Exhibits 12

Keywords:

Trader Joe's, Retail experience, Private label, Customer service in retail, Niche retailer, Retail food industry, Product packaging, Cult brands

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