Drakes Supermarkets
Michael Connolly has a robust background in management and marketing, currently serving as the General Manager of Merchandise & Marketing at Drakes Supermarkets since 2009, after advancing from the role of Marketing Manager within the same organization. Prior to their tenure at Drakes Supermarkets, Michael held the position of Business Manager at British American Tobacco from 2001 to 2009. Michael's educational foundation was established at Sacred Heart College in South Australia.
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Drakes Supermarkets
Welcome to Drakes Supermarkets, Australia’s leading independent supermarket retailer. With over 5,500 employees in over 56 sites in South Australia and Queensland including newsagencies and liquor stores, the Drakes story is a novel of incomparable success. The expansion of Drakes has been continuous, starting in 1974 with Roger's first store - a 4 lane supermarket at Mitcham, South Australia. The principles of a family culture and commitment to customer service has meant that Drakes has experienced unprecedented growth, expanding the business to various operational arms such as fruit and veg wholesaling, meat production and warehousing. No longer is working in or for a supermarket simply about stacking shelves, it’s about having skill, being business minded, while possessing a passion for serving customers, contributing to the community and achieving excellence in retailing that is unmatched. The future at Drakes is hugely exciting. The business continues to make investments in new and existing stores, operational advancements to gain a competitive edge and most importantly the business continues to invest in its people. Experience The Drakes Difference.