Department
Agribusiness Department
Degree Name
BS in Agricultural Business
Date
6-2016
Advisor
Dr. Wayne Howard
Abstract
The history of Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is presented, from its start selling government surplus canned goods in San Francisco, to its present 299 stores concentrated mostly on the west coast, but with 18 stores in Pennsylvania. The case discusses two of Grocery Outlet’s distinguishing traits: opportunistic buying and independent operators. Challenges, competition and future opportunities are presented.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/agb_cs/32