AN AEON VIETNAM EMPLOYEE’S JOURNEY TO HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT
AEON Vietnam offers countless growth opportunities for its employees, empowering them to continuously unlock their potential. A testament to this is the story of Mr. Nguyen Thanh Hai, Fashion and Children’s Category Manager at GMS Hue, who has worked with the company for almost a decade. During his tenure, Mr. Hai has held various positions in different departments, including the Cashier section (under Operations) and the Human Resources department (under the Office division). Currently, he is taking on a new challenge in the Sales department (under Operations) as a Category Manager.
Recalling his early days with AEON Vietnam, Mr. Hai shared, “I am deeply grateful to AEON Vietnam for providing me with numerous opportunities to enhance my capabilities through various training programs, such as leadership development, coaching, and Action Learning. Most recently, I was able to participate in Retail Trainee 4. The support and motivation from AEON have been instrumental in my growth and development.”
AEON Vietnam is committed to walking alongside its nearly 6,000 employees nationwide on their journey to unlocking their potential and building sustainable careers.
AEON VIETNAM: A HAPPINESS-FOSTERING WORKPLACE
According to the Happy Workforce Report by Anphabe, AEON Vietnam ranked among the Top Companies with a Happy Workforce in 2023. The company achieved a perfect score in Development Opportunities, with nearly 80% of its employees expressing happiness in their workplace, surpassing the retail industry average (66%) and the overall market average (75%). Notably, 68% of AEON Vietnam’s employees have no intention of leaving, even if presented with higher-paying opportunities elsewhere.
Recently, at the HR Asia Award 2024, AEON Vietnam was recognized in two categories: “Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024” and “Company with Outstanding Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Policies.” These accolades stand as a testament to AEON Vietnam’s commitment to building a happy workplace based on three core values: Sustainable Individual Development, Sustainable Working Culture, and Sustainable Enterprise.
KEY FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO EMPLOYEE HAPPINESS AT AEON VIETNAM
Expanding Career Development Opportunities: AEON Vietnam’s expansion strategy presents abundant growth opportunities for its employees. The company offers two distinct career paths: Generalist and Professionalist, along with a range of training formats such as E-learning, M.O.O.C, internal and international training programs, and a policy of sponsoring 50% of tuition fees.
Creating a Balanced and Happy Working Culture: AEON Vietnam prioritizes a culture of inquiry through activities like Career Coaching/1-on-1 Inquiry and career seminars, fostering a cohesive and supportive work environment.
Ms. Thien An, Talent Development Specialist – Gen Z, shared her experience: “At AEON Vietnam, I’ve been able to unlock my potential through the culture of inquiry. The talent and career development programs, with their strategic focus, have helped me enhance my self-awareness and understand my strengths.”
Furthermore, Ms. An emphasized, “The leadership team is very open to new trends and pioneering initiatives. I feel free to share my thoughts and have received tremendous support. The people and the working culture at AEON Vietnam have left a lasting impression on me.”
AEON Vietnam also prioritizes the physical and mental well-being of its employees through flexible work policies, enhanced insurance packages, and community engagement activities such as AEON Ekiden, Tree Planting Day, and Cleaning Day.
Building Trust in the Company’s Development: With over a decade of presence in the Vietnamese market, AEON Vietnam has consistently linked its business operations to community development across three dimensions: Environment, Society, and Economy. As a long-term investor in Vietnam, AEON assures its employees of the company’s sustainable development and growth in the country.
AEON Vietnam is dedicated to creating a happy and sustainable workplace, embodying its message of “Nurturing Individuality – Blooming Careers.”
For more information about AEON Vietnam, please visit: corp.aeon.com.vn or check out their recruitment page on their official Fanpage: Grow with AEON.
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