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Lowe’s plans to hire 50 000 associates this spring

US-American DIY chain Lowe's announces to pay an additional USD 80 mio in discretionary bonuses to its front-line associates and plans to hire more than 50 000 associates across US stores this spring. The latest bonus will bring the company's total commitment to associates, communities and store safety during the pandemic to nearly USD 1.3 bn, the retailer underlines.

Active hourly associates at US stores, distribution centers and call centers will receive the bonus on 5 February. Full-time hourly associates will receive USD 300, and part-time and seasonal associates will receive USD 150. This will be the seventh bonus or special payment Lowe's has provided to hourly associates during the pandemic.

As it prepares for its busiest season, Lowe's is also actively filling seasonal positions and permanent full-time and part-time roles at stores. Lowe's is hiring more than 50 000 seasonal and full-time retail associates, building on the more than 90 000 associates hired into permanent roles over the past year.

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