Best Buy Co., Inc. is a leading American multinational retailer specializing in consumer electronics, appliances, and related services. Headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota, the company operates over 1,100 stores across the United States and Canada.
History
Founded in 1966 by Richard M. Schulze and James Wheeler as an audio specialty store named Sound of Music, the company rebranded to Best Buy in 1983, shifting its focus to consumer electronics.
Operations
Best Buy operates through two main segments: Domestic (U.S.) and International (Canada). Its retail stores offer a wide range of products, including home theater systems, computers, mobile phones, and appliances. The company also provides services such as tech support through its Geek Squad subsidiary.
Financial Highlights
As of February 1, 2025, Best Buy’s stock (NYSE: BBY) was trading at $85.86, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous close. The company’s financial performance includes significant revenues and a strong market presence, contributing to its ranking in the Fortune 500 list of largest U.S. corporations.
Leadership
Corie Barry has been serving as Chief Executive Officer since June 2019, succeeding Hubert Joly, who transitioned to the role of Executive Chairman.
Recent Developments
In 2023, Best Buy revamped its rewards program, introducing a “freemium” … with three tiers: a free My Best Buy tier, My Best Buy Plus at $49.99 annually, and My Best Buy Total at $179.99 per year. This restructuring aims to enhance customer engagement and loyalty.

Job Vacancy Best Buy
Best Buy is currently opening recruitment for vacancies to join with the following positions:
- Retail Sales Specialist – Verizon
Full job description
As a Retail Sales Specialist for Verizon products at Best Buy, you’ll engage customers using relationship skills to make sales, drive profitable growth and achieve individual goals. You’ll maintain knowledge of our products and services through trainings, certifications and self-development. In this role, you’ll make our customers feel excited, confident and appreciated by providing them with relevant and memorable solutions.
What you’ll do
- Use skills learned from training to engage with customers, provide them with complete solutions and create positive experiences
- Use available tools to stay current on promotional initiatives and help drive profitable growth
- Generate future opportunities by discovering customers’ current and long-term tech needs
- Embrace our learning culture to continuously improve existing skills while acquiring new ones
- Maintain specified department merchandising and organization
Basic qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to work successfully as part of a team
Preferred qualifications
- 3 months of experience working in customer service, sales or related fields
What’s in it for you
We’re committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- Generous employee discount
- Financial savings and retirement resources
- Support for your physical and mental well-being
If you are interested and meet the requirements, please complete the registration form through the apply link below: