There’s no doubt about it, Suma is a great place to work. Don’t get us wrong, it’s not that it’s an easy ride or a cushy number (after all, it takes a lot of hard work to remain the UK’s largest independent ethical wholesaler and distributor), but on the whole, Suma people enjoy their jobs and tend to stick around.

So just what is it that makes Suma such a unique and rewarding place to work? Everyone knows that different things make different people tick. Cheap organic chocolate and the chance to drive a forklift are one thing, but we like to think there’s a little more to it than that. It could be the fact that Suma is an ethically-driven workers’ cooperative with a radical and progressive democratic structure, a unique equal pay policy, fantastic benefits and conditions for every member, and a culture of tolerance, support and development. Or perhaps it’s the sheer variety that appeals to our staff – variety in the range of different job roles that each member holds during their time with us, and variety in a workforce chosen from all walks of life and linked by nothing more than their commitment to ethical values and collective working. Or perhaps it’s just the sense of purpose and satisfaction that comes with ‘doing your bit’ in a business with a track record to be proud of.

These are some pretty big claims, we know. But one thing’s for sure – chat to someone who already works here and you’ll soon discover that at Suma, claims like this are more than just a load of hot air.

Current Suma Vacancies

We are currently not hiring for any new members, but if you think you’ve got what it takes to make a positive contribution to our coop, why not fill in a job application form and we can keep it on file until the next round of applications. Alternatively we sometimes require temporary help with work in the warehouse. To find out if we have any current temporary vacancies please contact our personnel department on 01422 313882 or email recruitment@suma.coop

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