Walmart looking for Salvadoran SMEs

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SMEs interested in becoming providers for the retailer have until April 15 to apply. Those who meet the requirements may participate in the round of negotiations scheduled for May 18.

"The National Commission for Micro and Small Enterprises (CONAMYPE) will assist businessmen in complying with Walmart´s requirements,” said to Laprensagrafica.com its executive director, Ileana Rogel.

Source: laprensagrafica.com

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