These companies in the Rhône department are primarily large firms in the retail, banking, and wholesale sectors. Notable examples include Groupe SEB, a global leader in small domestic equipment, and Grand Frais, a specialized fresh food retailer. Other significant players are Carrefour Express, operating supermarkets, and Adéquat Interim & Recrutement, a staffing solutions provider.
The data reveals a strong concentration of headquarters in Lyon, with the majority of the listed companies based there. This suggests Lyon serves as a central hub for major businesses within the department, particularly in financial services and retail, with several banking institutions like Caisse d'Epargne Rhone Alpes and Banque Populaire Auvergne Rhône Alpes having their main offices in the city.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Groupe SEBgroupeseb.com
Leading company small domestic equipment and professional coffee machines, offering innovative products improving daily lives consumers globally, operating nearly 150 countries. |
9,900 | |||
| 2 |
Grand Fraisgrandfrais.com
Specialized fresh food retailer with 338 stores, bringing together five food professionals under one roof: greengrocer, cheesemonger, butcher, fishmonger, and global grocer. |
5,191 | |||
| 3 |
Carrefour Express
Operates supermarkets, providing groceries and daily essentials to customers in various neighborhoods, focusing on convenience and accessibility for local communities. |
3,201 | |||
| 4 |
Adéquat Interim & Recrutementlejobadequat.com
Provides comprehensive temporary work and recruitment solutions, including permanent contracts and associated services, to various organizations across all sectors in France. |
3,167 | |||
| 5 |
Caisse d'Epargne Rhone Alpescaissedepargnerhonealpes.fr
A prominent banking institution in the Rhône-Alpes region serving individuals, businesses, social economy, housing, local authorities, real estate professionals, and protected individuals |
2,442 | |||
| 6 |
Banque Populaire Auvergne Rhône Alpesbanquepopulaire.fr
A regional bank in Auvergne Rhône Alpes region welcoming candidates, clients, and members They recruit hundreds of employees annually and are active on LinkedIn for recruitment |
2,313 | |||
| 7 |
Crédit Agricole Centre-estca-centrest.com
A regional banking institution with a cooperative and mutualist foundation, providing various financial services to over 1 million clients and supporting regional economic development |
2,262 | |||
| 8 |
Feu Vert Francefeuvert-group.com
Passionate about automobiles, Feu Vert is a French leader in automotive equipment and maintenance, valuing its dedicated team and fostering personal growth |
2,249 | |||
| 9 |
YESSS ELECTRIQUEyesss-fr.com
Significant distributor of electrical supplies for professionals, with a focus on service, teamwork, and adaptability to an ever-evolving market |
2,132 | |||
| 10 |
Adecco Medicaladecco.com
Leader in healthcare employment solutions, providing staffing for medical professionals across various sectors, offering temporary, permanent, and vacation contracts, and supporting career development. |
2,038 | |||
| 11 |
DESCOURS & CABAUDdescours-cabaud.com
Leading distributor supporting building, public works, industry, and public or private tertiary sectors with professional supplies across France and Europe. |
1,861 | |||
| 12 |
Groupama Rhone-Alpes Auvergnegroupama.fr
Provides insurance services through a mutualist model emphasizing proximity, solidarity, and responsibility with extensive regional presence and community involvement. |
1,852 | |||
| 13 |
Prosolprosol-recrute.fr
French company specialized in grande distribution management and operations, providing retail services and logistical support from its headquarters in the Chaponnay region. |
1,761 | |||
| 14 |
CIC Lyonnaise de Banquecic.fr
A local bank focusing on client service and supporting the economy with over 160 years of experience, promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and community involvement |
1,417 | |||
| 15 |
Domino RHdomino-rh.com
Established in 1999, this group offers temporary assignments, recruitment, training, HR consulting, and management services with a national network across France and expanding internationally |
1,144 | |||
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| 16 | 1,063 | ||||
| 17 |
Orexad Brammerfr.rubix.com
Distributor of industrial products and services through two hundred local agencies, providing maintenance, repair, and operational solutions to improve client economic performance. |
675 | |||
| 18 |
Groupe Adéquatgroupeadequat.com
Private family business providing staffing and recruitment services across multiple sectors and countries, supporting thousands into employment annually. |
668 | |||
| 19 |
Cuisines AvivAcuisines-aviva.com
Designs, sells and distributes kitchens through a franchise network, offering unique products at competitive prices with a focus on customer satisfaction. |
632 | |||
| 20 |
La Communelacommune.co
A cultural, culinary, and event platform offering opportunities to discover talents, showcase independent chefs, and tailor-made privatization projects for unique collaboration experiences |
629 | |||
| 21 |
Groupe Sovitrat Interim & Recrutementsovitrat.fr
Provides temporary staffing and recruitment services across multiple sectors with certified agencies, offering tailored human resource solutions nationwide. |
597 | |||
| 22 |
Groupe Mondial Tissusrecruitee.com
Leading fabric and haberdashery retailer in France, offering a wide range of textiles and sewing supplies across numerous stores, serving millions of customers annually. |
585 | |||
| 23 | 565 | ||||
| 24 | 561 | ||||
| 25 |
OREXADorexad-groupe.com
Leading European distributor providing technical solutions, industrial products, and logistics services through digital platforms and extensive sales networks for diverse manufacturing clients. |
552 | |||
| 26 |
JOA - Casinos & Loisirsjoa.fr
Operates 33 casinos and offers online betting, bars, restaurants, cinemas, bowling, hotels, nightclubs, sports bar, and escape games. |
529 | |||
| 27 |
NINKASIninkasi.fr
Production of authentic craft beer and local burgers alongside live music performances, fostering social connections and cultural brassage in a convivial atmosphere. |
450 | |||
| 28 |
L'Appart Fitnesslappartfitness.com
Network of over 110 fitness clubs in France offering cardio, strength training, group classes, premium Cross-Training, and flexible memberships. |
442 | |||
| 29 |
Eurofins Biologie Médicaleeurofins.com
Network of over 280 medical biology laboratories in France providing quality patient care, early diagnostics, and innovative medical testing services. |
412 | |||
| 30 |
MDA ELECTROMENAGERmda-electromenager.com
Retailer offering affordable home appliances and TVs with over 200 stores in France, focusing on price competitiveness and customer savings. |
409 | |||
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