Nestlé Purina PetCare Company and its parent company, Nestlé S.A., are frequently recognized by local, national, and international organizations for our positive work environment, focus on our associates, and career opportunities. Here is a sampling of some of the awards that we are proud to have received:
Best Place to Work for Recent Grads - Nestlé Purina was named by Experience.com and Yahoo!HotJobs as one of the Best Places to Work for Recent Grads in 2010. This award was given based on hiring and retention practices, benefits, training programs and growth opportunities. Nestlé Purina was recognized for the many perks we offer to our employees, such as tuition reimbursement, green incentives and fitness and wellness programs, as well as for the developmental opportunities available in our organization.
2010 Best Place to Work in St. Louis - Nestlé Purina was named as the Best Place to Work in St. Louis in the extra large category. We were recognized for our extensive associate training opportunities, as well as our numerous amenities – including our on-site Store and Fitness Center, subsidized daycare, and our ability to bring pets to work. This recognition was given to us based solely on the input of our associates, which demonstrates the amazing culture we have at Nestlé Purina.
Role Model for The Starkloff Disability Institute - Nestlé Purina is proud to have been named a Role Model company by the Starkloff Disability Institute. The Starkloff Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting full participation of people with disabilities in society. Co-founded by Max and Colleen Starkloff, the Starkloff Disability Institute is committed to changing attitudes to encourage a more inclusive society. Nestlé Purina proudly supports the Institute and it's mission.
Minority Engineer Top 50 Employer - In 2010, Nestlé Purina was named as a Readers' Choice Top 50 Employer by Minority Engineer Magazine. Companies were chosen by the readers, who nominated them based on likelihood of working at that company and whether the company provides a friendly environment for members of minority groups.
Top 100 Employers of the Class of 2010 - In January 2010, Nestlé Purina was named as one of the Top 100 Employers of the Class of 2010 by The Black Collegian. This award was given based on employers projected entry-level hires and the majors these employers are recruiting.
Best Place to Work - In 2009, Nestlé Purina was honored as the best place to work in the giant category in St. Louis by the St. Louis Business Journal. Our company's unique culture, which encourages employees to bring their dogs to work, was one of many characteristics of Nestlé Purina that helped us become one of the best places to work in St. Louis.
Best Places to Work in St. Louis - In 2008, Nestlé Purina was honored as one of the Best Places to Work in St. Louis by the St. Louis Business Journal based on the company's unique culture which encourages employees to bring their dogs to work. In addition, associates enjoy an on-site fitness center, company store, medical center, and daycare programming for children.
50 Best Places to Work - In January 2009, Nestlé Purina was named as one of St. Louis Magazine's 50 best places to work. Our unique culture, as well as many other perks Nestlé Purina offers to associates, helped us to be featured in St. Louis Magazine and recognized as one of the best places to work in St. Louis.
Heroes of the Planet Award - In 2008, Nestlé Purina was named a finalist for the St. Louis Business Journal's "Heroes of the Planet Award" for their Sustainable Operations.
AAIM Connection Magazine - In August 2008, Nestlé Purina's positive work environment and unique culture where associates are welcome to bring their pets to work were highlighted in AAIM's Connection Magazine. According to AAIM, "Bringing 'man's best friend' to work isn't the only perk available to employees. Add these to the list of work/life benefits: flex-time, business casual dress, on-site fitness center, a company store with Nestlé products at discounted prices, shipping and mailing center, a credit union, mothers' lounge, cafeteria and an on-site daycare."
Best Places to Launch a Career - Nestlé USA was recognized by Business Week among their list of Best Places to Launch a Career.
Fortune Magazine's Most Admired - In 2008 and 2009, Nestlé was ranked #1 in the consumer food products industry in Fortune Magazine's annual survey of America's Most Admired Companies.
2008 SPARC Award - In 2008, Nestlé Purina received the top honor in the pet care category from Supplier Performance Awards by Retail Category (SPARC). This award is voted on by our retailers, and Nestlé Purina has received the highest honor from SPARC three times in the past three years.
Supermarket News Category Excellence Award - Nestlé Purina also received the pet care gold medal from the Supermarket News Category Excellence Awards in 2008. Nestlé Purina was honored by Supermarket News for sharing our best practices, assortment of quality products, and promotional support given to grocery stores.
RCGA's Top 50 - In 2008, Nestlé Purina was again voted among the Top 50 Businesses Shaping the Future of St. Louis by the St. Louis RCGA. This award is presented to companies based on their significant dedication to the St. Louis business community as well as the positive contribution they make to enhance the local area.
Nestlé Innovation Awards - Not only is Nestlé Purina recognized for our efforts externally, we are also recognized internally at the Nestlé marketing summit. In April of 2008, the Nestlé Innovation Awards were held, and Nestlé Purina received a silver innovation award for the development and design of Beneful Prepared Meals, as well as a bronze innovation award for Purina Veterinary Diets FortiFlora.
Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award - In 2008, Nestlé Purina donated several tons of dog and cat food to assist in hurricane relief efforts. Nestlé Purina has also helped with relief efforts for natural disaster in the past, by donating over 33 tons of dog and cat food after Hurricane Katrina. We are being recognized by the Louisiana Humane Society as an outstanding corporate citizen because of our assistance.
Barron's Most Respected - In 2009, Nestlé was recognized by Barron's Magazine as being one of the most respected companies in the world.