Associated Wholesale Grocers

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation's largest cooperative food wholesaler, dedicated to supporting independently owned supermarkets across the United States.

It serves over 1,100 member companies and more than 3,400 locations in 31 states. AWG's consolidated sales in 2024 exceeded $12.0 billion.

History and Mission

Founded in 1924 and incorporated in 1926, AWG has a rich history of growth and success. The cooperative's mission is to provide its member retailers with all the tools, products, and services they need to compete favorably in their markets.

This includes offering top-quality supermarket merchandise and support services at the lowest possible cost.

Wholesale Divisions

AWG operates nine full-line wholesale divisions, strategically located to efficiently serve its member retailers:

• Kansas City Division Support Center in Kansas City, KS
• Springfield Division Support Center in Springfield, MO
• Oklahoma City Division Support Center in Oklahoma City, OK
• Nashville Division Support Center in Goodlettsville, TN
• Mid-South Division Support Center in Hernando, MS
• Gulf Coast Division Support Center in Pearl River, LA
• Nebraska Division Support Center in Norfolk, NE
• Great Lakes Division Support Center in Kenosha, WI
• Upper Midwest Division Support Center in St. Cloud, MN

These centers collectively span over 9 million square feet, ensuring efficient distribution and support for member retailers.

Additional Services

In addition to its wholesale operations, AWG offers a comprehensive suite of services to its members, including:

• Retail Support: Assisting with day-to-day operations and new store development.
• Marketing Services: Providing print and digital marketing solutions to enhance store visibility and customer engagement.
• Real Estate and Store Engineering: Offering expertise in store design, layout, and development to optimize retail spaces.
• Health and Beauty Care, General Merchandise, Specialty Foods, and Pharmaceutical Products: Supplying a diverse range of products to meet varied consumer needs.

Private Label Brands

AWG also operates several private-label brands, including Best Choice, Clearly Organic, Always Save, and Superior Selections. These brands offer quality products that provide value to consumers.

Core Values

The cooperative's commitment to its members is exemplified by its core values:

• Humility: Encouraging collaboration and active listening to continuously strengthen service.
• Accountability: Delivering on commitments and achieving results through innovation and empowerment.
• Transparency: Maintaining honesty and openness in all business practices.
• Serving: Passionately supporting members, employees, and vendor partners.

Location

The company's headquarters and a key division support center are located in Kansas City, KS, USA.