Channel: Grocery Giant appoints Jennifer Heinzen Krueger as team experience VP Ahold veteran takes over with departure of Matt Lutcavage Supermarket News May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery GIANT taps Krueger as VP of team experience CARLISLE, Pa. – The GIANT Co. has named Jennifer Heinzen Krueger vice president of team experience, effective May 30. Krueger replaces Matt Lutcavage, who is leaving for a new opportunity outside of the company. In her new role, Krueger will lead GIANT’s human resources team, which the company says is focused on fostering a culture […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeAssociatesESG and CSRInclusivityOperations & Supply ChainPhilanthropyShoppersStrategyExecutivesTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize’s Q1 sales climb 8.3% ZAANDAM, Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize said its global retail portfolio reported sales growth of 8.3% in its first quarter as food-at-home consumption continued to prove resilient. Sales benefited from recent store acquisitions as well as favorable currency rates; at constant exchange rates, net sales increased 3.6% in the period to April 3. Net sales at […] MMR May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeDeliveryDept. GroceryAssociatesInstacartFreshDirectResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelDept. FuelExecutivesPartnershipsConsumersMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarBOPISQ CommerceSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Video Forum: Natalie Knight, Ahold Delhaize Natalie Knight, chief financial officer of Ahold Delhaize, tells this week’s Video Forum what lies behind the supermarket operator’s solid first quarter results and continued market share gains. In addition, she discusses the progress Ahold Delhaize has made in implementing its long-term strategic plan, despite ongoing turmoil in the marketplace; challenges for consumers and businesses […] MMR May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeResults & InvestmentConsumersExecutivesESG and CSREconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Can Restaurant Become Grocerants Looking for success clues restaurants continue to evolve in foodservice most completive space the Grocerant Niche. That space is wide open it is not dominated by Restaurants, Convenience Stores, Grocery Stores, Drug Stores, or Dollar stores according to Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru® Steven Johnson; who stated “retail foodservice is now about […] Grocerant Guru May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedDept. BakeryPredictions and ForecastsShoppersAhold DelhaizeDept. BeverageThick DataMarketing: In StoreTrends: Food and BeverageAmazonKrogerDept. PaperDept. DeliMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Newsweek Most Trusted Grocers List Dominated By Walmart Newsweek is out with a list, generated by BrandSpark International, of the “most trusted grocery stores as voted by American shoppers. BrandSpark surveyed 3200 Americans to capture their real opinions of what grocery store brands they trust the most.” The national top four: Walmart, Kroger, Aldi, and Meijer. The northeast top four: ShopRite, Walmart, Aldi, […] MorningNewsBeat May 18, 2022May 18, 2022 < 1 min read WalmartDept. GroceryKrogerAldiTrader JoesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMeijerInternationalWegmansAlbertsons / SafewayWakefernHEBShoppersPublixCostcoBrick and MortarAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category RICE 2022: Albertson’s Provides Sneak Peek at Plans for Upcoming Marketplace Third-party marketplaces have emerged as one of the biggest growth opportunities for retailers this year, with companies from Macy’s and Bed Bath & Beyond to Giant Food and Michaels launching marketplaces (or announcing plans to do so) in the last six months alone. Albertson’s will soon join that mix as well, and the company’s Senior […] Retail TouchPoints May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 5 min read Dept. GroceryShoppersConsumersPartnershipsAlbertsons / SafewayTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainDept. DairyStrategyAhold DelhaizeInclusivityPricing & PromotionsDept. HBCMarketing: TradeKrogerIndustry Conferences and EventsPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarMarketing: SocialHealth & WellnessAmazonDept. FuelBed Bath & BeyondTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SN Top 10: The Fresh Market, Grocery Outlet, Ahold Delhaize top the week's headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, Chilean retail group Cencosud acquired a majority stake in The Fresh Market. In a filing to the Chilean securities regulator, Cencosud said it had reached an ag Supermarket News May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeThe Fresh MarketDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Unilever and Robomart are Targeting Generation Alpha Are You Food Marketing professionals never take a break, and they are always looking a customer ahead. Global CPG retailer Unilever is actively targeting Generation Alpha. So just who is Generation Alpha? They are the children of Generation Y, and often the younger siblings of Generation A. More that 2.5 million are born globally ever week. […] Grocerant Guru May 13, 2022May 13, 2022 5 min read Dept. FrozenConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedDeliveryFood DeliveryTechnology & InnovationStore LocationTargetPartnershipsShoppersTrends: TechResults & InvestmentDept. RefrigeratedDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. PharmacyAutonomous VehiclesMarketing: SocialHealth & WellnessAssociatesGrubhubHoliday & EventsDoorDashPricing & PromotionsPostmates UbereatsRestaurantsTech: RoboticsExecutivesFlagship StoresBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize U.S. posts same-store sales gain Ahold Delhaize reported a 4.1 percent gain in same-store sales, including fuel, in the first quarter. The grocery chain operator said that online sales were up 4.6 percent during the quarter on top of a 188.3 percent jump the year before. RetailWire May 13, 2022May 13, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Top 100 Retail Technology Influencers List interview: Brittain Ladd As part of a series of interviews with those who made it on to the RTIH Top 100 Retail Technology Influencers List, we discuss rapid grocery delivery services and why the metaverse is a game changer with Brittain Ladd, a former Amazon exec and supply chain consultant. RTIH: What does recognition as a retail tech […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationAmazonBrick and MortarMetaverseMarketing: SocialTech: CashierlessConsumersTrends: TechDept. FreshWhole FoodsDeliveryStrategyDept. GroceryInternational - UKOperations & Supply ChainLidlAhold DelhaizeTescoTargetTwitterAcquisitionData & InsightsQ CommerceTech: RoboticsExecutivesPartnershipsNFTMerchandisingMarketing: In StorePop UpsCOVID19DivestituresBOPISAlbertsons / SafewayAldiTrends: RetailPepsiCo 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Stop & Shop a sore spot in otherwise solid earnings report for Ahold Delhaize Dive Brief: Ahold Delhaize reported strong first-quarter earnings on Wednesday, with U.S. comparable store sales up 3.3% excluding gas and net sales up 5.8% at constant exchange rates, to 12.2 billion euros ($12.7 billion). The company disclosed that its Stop & Shop banner’s market share slipped 1.1 percentage points between Q4 2019 and Q4 2021. Food Lion, […] Grocery Dive May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 3 min read Ahold DelhaizeResults & InvestmentExecutivesCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 4
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize U.S. comparable sales rise 4.1% in first quarter Online sales gain after triple-digit growth in year-ago period Supermarket News May 11, 2022May 11, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize transitioning to self-distribution network A warehouse in York, PA, is the latest sign of progress in Ahold Delhaize’s transition to a self-distribution supply network. The company is now supplying its locations from 22 self-managed DCs. RetailWire May 10, 2022May 10, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Ahold Delhaize USA transitions York, Pa., warehouse to self-distribution Continuing a shift toward self-distribution, Ahold Delhaize USA has integrated a distribution center in York, Pa., into its self-managed network. ADUSA Supply Chain, the grocery retailer’s distribution and logistics arm, said Monday that the addition of the automated York DC — now the largest in the network — brings total number of self-managed facilities to […] Supermarket News May 10, 2022May 10, 2022 2 min read Operations & Supply ChainAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 4
Channel: Grocery Giant Food names Brian Wanner vice president of human resources Industry veteran joins retailer from fellow Ahold Delhaize USA brand The Giant Company Supermarket News May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose MPG launches diverse supplier development program PRINCETON, N.J. – Market Performance Group is launching its first-ever Diverse Supplier Development Program, a newly created Accelerator program designed to provide pro-bono support for selected diverse suppliers and entrepreneurs as they prepare to engage and sell their products in digital and traditional retail channels. This event comes on the heels of a successful virtual […] MMR May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 2 min read InclusivityHealth & WellnessVendorsDept. HBCData & InsightsDept. BeverageAhold DelhaizeStrategyConsumersConsultingDeliveryDept. GroceryDept. OTCWalmartMarketing: BrandMarketing: SocialMeijerPartnershipsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation April: top ten coolest retail technology plays RTIH Editor, Scott Thompson, brings you his stand out ‘future of retail’ systems deployments from last month, including NFT collections, checkout-free stores, and TikTok shopping events. Wakefern Food Corp. Wakefern Food Corp., the largest retailer owned cooperative in the US, has announced a pilot with Simbe Robotics to deploy its business intelligence solution, Tally, at […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationCryptoMarketing: SocialNFTTwitterDept. ApparelMetaverseTech: CashierlessTrends: TechDept. GroceryTikTokInternational - UKDept. BeverageAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KMeta (Facebook)AmazonExecutivesBrick and MortarWakefernTech: RoboticsMarketing: In StoreShoppersPartnershipsCompetitionDept. Adult BevDept. Toys & GamesDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCGoogleMerchandisingStore LocationData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsTech: AR and VRTrends: RetailDept. NonfoodAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Six Ways to Use Online Grocery Delivery to Achieve Your Health Goals The past few years have been full of uncertainty. In my practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I’ve noticed that many of my patients have reprioritized their health with a commitment to promoting long-term habits and lifestyles. In the early days of the pandemic, our behaviors changed in an instant – some of us had […] Instacart News April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 4 min read InstacartDeliveryHealth & WellnessDept. FreshMarketing: SocialDept. GroceryThick DataData & InsightsESG and CSRDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsStrategyMarketing: TradeAhold DelhaizeCOVID19Meta (Facebook)PackagingTwitterIndustry Conferences and EventsBOPISAldiDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPublixRestaurantsShoppersTechnology & InnovationDept. Frozen 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Kadenwood brands reach new distribution milestone NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Kadenwood said Wednesday it has achieved a new retail distribution milestone with products available in over 22,000 stores. Leveraging Kadenwood executives’ years of experience in retail strategy, the company’s retail distribution has far exceeded many industry players in a significantly reduced amount of time. Having only been founded in 2019, Kadenwood […] MMR April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 2 min read CannabisDept. HBCOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsAlbertsons / SafewayBrick and MortarStrategyStore LocationESG and CSRWegmansWalgreensExecutivesMarketing: SocialPublixConsumersMarketing: BrandKrogerDept. GroceryCVSAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Your Views: Play Ball Got the following email from an MNB reader about our continuing coverage and commentary about labor issues facing retailers: The dynamics in today’s labor world are certainly interesting, especially the unionization movement. Along with that is the focus on CEO compensation, specifically how it dwarfs basic employee compensation. In the CNBC piece you mentioned, the […] MorningNewsBeat April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 5 min read ExecutivesPepsiCoAssociatesHoliday & EventsAhold DelhaizeDollar GeneralTikTokPodcastsMarketing: SocialCostcoAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hannaford Supermarkets looks to use 100 percent renewable energy by 2024 Thirty percent of Hannaford Supermarkets’ current electricity usage in its operations comes from renewable sources. The Ahold Delhaize division is looking to reach 100 percent by the end of 2024. “Doing what’s right for our business includes doing what’s right for our associates, community and our planet. Powering Hannaford with 100 percent renewable energy sources […] RetailWire April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 < 1 min read Ahold DelhaizeSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees The MNB Labor Pains Compendium • From the Los Angeles Times: “Whipsawed by the pandemic, spurred by fury over wage stagnation and alarmed by inflation, Southern California’s unionized grocery workers gained their biggest pay raises in decades Thursday as they ratified a new contract with the region’s largest food chains. “The three-year contract’s overwhelming approval, by 87%, followed strike authorization […] MorningNewsBeat April 18, 2022April 18, 2022 2 min read AssociatesAlbertsons / SafewayKrogerStore LocationBrick and MortarDept. GroceryAhold DelhaizeDept. FreshFreshDirectRestaurantsCOVID19AmazonWeatherDept. HBCEconomyFlagship StoresHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hannaford eyes 100% renewable energy use by 2024 President Mike Vail calls initiative ‘important leap forward in our sustainability journey’ Supermarket News April 15, 2022April 15, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category FMI Announces 2022 Store Manager Awards Finalists FMI—The Food Industry Association yesterday announced its 2022 Store Manager Awards finalists, chosen, FMI said, “for their spirited aptitude for team development and store leadership. Their high-level business acumen and passion for people management led to record financial growth, heightened customer satisfaction, energized, purpose-driven employees, innovative in-store programs, and impactful community investments.” The finalists are: • Category […] MorningNewsBeat April 13, 2022April 13, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarInternationalAhold DelhaizeWeis MarketsWakefernShoppersResults & InvestmentPhilanthropyMeijerMarketing: In StoreInternational - North AmericaAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Food Lion program donates 1.2M meals Retail Customer Experience April 12, 2022April 12, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Your Views: Chess, Not Checkers Yesterday we reported that Kroger announced that its Dallas division s launching Kroger Restaurant Supply there, which it says will offer “an alternative to ordering in large quantities that have highly variable pricing and require deliveries on a set schedule. This service offers competitive wholesale pricing, opportunities to purchase items by the case or unit […] MorningNewsBeat April 7, 2022April 7, 2022 3 min read AssociatesRestaurantsExecutivesBrick and MortarKrogerDept. BeverageOperations & Supply ChainOcadoDept. GroceryShoppersPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsDeliveryHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationCOVID19Ahold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Iceland Swift convenience stores roll-out continues in London with Hounslow opening Last month, we reported that Iceland was rolling out its Swift c-store format, and had decided upon London as the next location. Launched as a single store pilot in Newcastle last year, Swift will extend to four more stores in London over the next few months, with the first one located in Wembley and a second […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 3 min read Marketing: SocialTechnology & InnovationTwitterInternational - UKTrends: TechDept. GroceryBrick and MortarDeliveryFood DeliveryStore FormatMarketing: In StoreDept. FreshOperations & Supply ChainPricing & PromotionsDept. NonfoodStore LocationDept. ApparelDept. Adult BevSustainabilityAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Perch and Unilever unveil in-store digital platform in partnership with Giant Food Unilever has partnered with Perch to launch an in-store product engagement platform at Giant Food supermarkets in the Washington DC area. Interactive end caps in the beauty section incorporate a digital screen that automatically senses what products shoppers touch to respond with videos and information, without having to scan a QR code, touch a screen, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 3 min read Marketing: SocialTechnology & InnovationTwitterShoppersDept. GroceryTrends: TechAhold DelhaizePartnershipsMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingDept. HBCMarketing: UGCFood DeliveryInternational - UKOperations & Supply ChainPricing & PromotionsInclusivityBrick and MortarExecutivesDept. NonfoodSustainabilityDept. ApparelDeliveryHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Rite Aid offers free COVID-19 tests to Medicare beneficiaries PHILADELPHIA — Beginning Monday, people with Medicare Part B can visit any Rite Aid location and receive up to eight over-the-counter COVID-19 tests every month at no cost. Heyward Donigan As part of the Medicare COVID-19 Over-the-Counter Test Initiative, people covered by Medicare Part B can bring their red, white, and blue Medicare card to any […] MMR April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 2 min read COVID19Rite AidPricing & PromotionsDept. PharmacyAhold DelhaizeStore LocationHy-VeeWalgreensHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayCVSDept. NonfoodWalmartHEBKrogerMarketing: In StoreMarketing: SocialCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Shopper & Customer How to create the best delivery experience: 3 key factors As more consumers go online for their purchases, good delivery has become more important than ever. Find out how to step up your delivery game. Written by Future of Commerce May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Dollar/Value Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Department: Consumer Durables Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Dollar General post strong sales gains in first quarter GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General on Thursday reported net sales of $8.8 billion for its fiscal year 2022 first quarter, an increase of 4.2% over the prior-year period. The net sales increase was primarily driven by positive sales contributions from new stores, partially offset by a slight decline in same-store sales and the impact of […] Written by MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Corporate Strategy Department: HBC Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising CVS to launch virtual primary care solution WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health announced on Thursday the launch of CVS Health Virtual Primary Care, a new virtual care solution available through a single digital platform. The offering connects CVS Health’s services, clinical expertise, and data for a more coordinated and consumer-centric health care experience. The company said the new solution enables consumers to […] Written by MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Retailer Media Data & Insights 22% Of Brands Are Unhappy With How They Allocate Their Retail Media Budget. But There’s a Better Way Retail media networks (RMNs) are an exciting place to run ads, because of the valuable first-party data that retailers have about their customers. RMNs create an ability to target a specific retailer’s customers and provide valuable insights into how people shop. And brands certainly are not hurting for choices. Just last week, Ulta announced a media network and the hotel chain, Marriott, the week prior. Written by Bobsled Marketing May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Retail Earnings Confuse Rather than Clarify Earnings, and retail earnings in particular, are not as straightforward as they sometimes seem. Written by NASDAQ May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked