Channel: Grocery SpartanNash’s store acquisitions pay off The grocery company’s strong retail sales helped offset weakness in its wholesale business during the fourth quarter, executives said during an earnings call Wednesday. Grocery Dive February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryResults & InvestmentExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash to close four supermarkets The Midwestern grocer is shuttering three Family Fare stores and a VG’s Grocery location in moves that will result in more than 120 layoffs. Grocery Dive January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryStore LocationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer SpartanNash posts lower net and comp-store sales as it looks to acquisitions to juice growth The grocery retailer and wholesaler’s purchase of Metcalfe’s Market helped offset weak consumer demand for groceries during the third quarter. Grocery Dive November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageSpartanNashRegional GroceryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash names new chief retail officer Djouma Barry is assuming the role after holding executive positions at Kroger and Target. Grocery Dive November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryTargetKrogerExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash to buy three convenience stores The grocery retailer and wholesaler has agreed to acquire Michigan-based Markham Enterprises as it continues to expand its retail operations. Grocery Dive October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash opens 2nd pilot for grocery store modernization strategy The company’s remodeled location in Sparta, Michigan, includes items popular at the first test store such as a beef jerky bar, specialty cheeses and healthy meal kits. Grocery Dive October 10, 2024October 10, 2024 < 1 min read StrategySpartanNashRegional GroceryStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash dials up its tech talent efforts More than 300 of the company’s workers participated this week in its first IT Training Palooza. Grocery Dive September 27, 2024September 27, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationSpartanNashRegional GroceryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash names new chief marketing officer Erin Storm brings nearly 20 years of experience at Kellogg’s to the company as it continues its “merchandising transformation.” Grocery Dive August 27, 2024August 27, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryExecutivesMerchandisingKellogg's 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash’s results fall again, but company sees better times ahead The grocery wholesaler and retailer posted lower net and comparable-store sales during its latest quarter, but the company’s “merchandising transformation” is starting to pay off, its CEO said. Grocery Dive August 16, 2024August 16, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryMerchandisingExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Inside the Store: A look at the new and improved Family Fare SpartanNash is beginning a revamp of the banner, debuting the first modernized store in Holland, Michigan, with plans to open one more by this fall. Grocery Dive August 14, 2024August 14, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash awards independent grocers Retailers were recognized for core behavior and performance Supermarket News July 29, 2024July 29, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash to close Maryland facility The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering its distribution center in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs. Grocery Dive July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising SpartanNash names VP of merchandising and pharmacy Graham McIvor is joining the grocery company in the new role as it continues to overhaul its merchandising operations. Grocery Dive June 4, 2024June 4, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingSpartanNashRegional GroceryDept. PharmacyOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising SpartanNash adds VP for merchandising and pharmacy GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— SpartanNash has named Graham McIvor to the newly created post of vice president for merchandising and pharmacy, effective immediately. He will be tasked with accelerating critical components of the company’s merchandising transformation and driving the strategic transformation of the pharmacy business, the food solutions company said. “Continuously progressing our merchandising transformation is […] MMR June 4, 2024June 4, 2024 2 min read MerchandisingRegional GroceryDept. PharmacySpartanNashShoppersData & InsightsStrategyExecutivesFamily DollarSustainabilityResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarDept. PetMarketing: Social MediaDollar TreeDept. GroceryDept. Center StoreUnileverBig Lots 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash sees weaker results as sales to Amazon plummet The grocery wholesaler and retailer recorded declining net and comparable-store sales during Q1 for the second quarter in a row. Grocery Dive May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash acquires Metcalfe’s Market The transaction expands the food solutions company’s footprint in Wisconsin. Grocery Dive April 15, 2024April 15, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryAcquisitionDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash promotes Nicole Zube to executive VP, chief human resources officer Zube first joined SpartanNash in September 2022 Supermarket News March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats NGA Unveils Creative Choice Award Winners The National Grocers Association (NGA) has revealed the winners of the annual Creative Choice Awards, which “recognizes the best marketing and merchandising programs among independent grocery retailers.” The following are the 2024 Creative Choice Awards recipients: • Connections Through Omnichannel Smaller operator (1-15 stores) Winner: Trig’s Cheese of the Month Honorable Mention: Pay-Less Supermarkets Explore […] MorningNewsBeat March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarRegional GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsSpartanNashDept. FreshDept. GroceryWakefernDept. Adult BevPredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyOmnichannelMarketing: BroadcastKellogg'sPartnershipsMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaDept. BeverageStore LocationHoliday & EventsESG and CSRUnileverDept. Center StoreDept. BakerySave A LotDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash Intros “Finest Reserve” Private Label SpartanNash yesterday announced ” the launch of its new private label brand, Finest Reserve by Our Family. The collection is currently a curated offering of artisan-crafted frozen pizzas, upscale pastas, sauces, dressings and marinades, premium spices, salts and seasoning blends, chocolate and wine – with more products to come. Featuring elevated flavors and attainable indulgence, […] MorningNewsBeat February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryOwned Brands (Private Label)ShoppersPredictions and ForecastsConsumersTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentFlagship StoresDept. GroceryDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash rolls out new premium private brand The company says its latest label offers “gourmet flavors” with products including frozen pizzas, pastas, sauces, dressings and spices. Grocery Dive February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsNestle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash’s results sag in Q4 as sales to Amazon remain under pressure The grocery company posted lower comparable-store and net sales during its latest quarter as its retail and wholesale divisions both saw lower volumes. Grocery Dive February 15, 2024February 15, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy SpartanNash promotes Amy McClellan to executive VP, chief customer officer [[“value”:”McClellan most recently served as SVP, chief marketing officer”]] Supermarket News December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesSpartanNashShoppersRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees No Frills workers have new contract in place [[“value”:”Ratified deal includes wage increases and other benefits”]] Supermarket News November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Workers at No Frills, Loblaw discount brand, prepare to strike [[“value”:”Demands include better wages and improved working conditions”]] Supermarket News November 18, 2023November 18, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash sees dip in Q3 sales The grocery distributor / retailer fell short of Wall Street’s forecast Supermarket News November 10, 2023November 13, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryPredictions and ForecastsEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations Omnichannel Retail with SpartanNash’s Matt Van Gilder The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Matt Van Gilder, director of ecommerce and digital experiences at SpartanNash. Follow Matt Van Gilder on LinkedIn at : https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewvangilder/ Follow SpartanNash on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spartannash/ Follow SpartanNash online at: https://www.spartannash.com/ This episode was recorded live at Las Vegas during groceyshop while Matt was visiting the […] The CPG Guys October 18, 2023October 19, 2023 2 min read OmnichannelMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsPodcastsMerchandisingConsumersSpartanNashRegional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationShoppersCustomer ExperiencePartnershipsOwned Brands (Private Label)VendorsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash promotes Bennett Morgan to EVP, chief merchandising officer Morgan’s promotion follows the appointment of two merchandising positions Supermarket News September 9, 2023September 11, 2023 < 1 min read MerchandisingSpartanNashRegional GroceryExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash promotes Derek Tufts to vice president, human resources [[“value”:”Tufts was hired in 2019 as director, human resources for the company’s retail segment”]] Supermarket News August 30, 2023August 30, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash impresses with Q2 results [[“value”:”Year-over-year increases seen in almost every category”]] Supermarket News August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising SpartanNash names Brandon Pasch VP of center store merchandising Pasch will play a key role in advancing the company’s merchandising transformation Supermarket News June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 < 1 min read MerchandisingSpartanNashDept. Center Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain International Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Q1 2025 Top Retail Trends What happened in retail in Q1? (A lot!) What’s up: 🔺 Tariffs 🔺 Supply chain shifts 🔺 AI adoption 🔺 Value-oriented retailers’ store counts What’s down 🔻 Retailers with declining relevance 🔻 The status quo and certainty 🔻 DEI programs Written by Lisa Goller March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Retail Ecosystem Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […] Written by Retail TouchPoints March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Strategy Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen resigns after ethics review His departure follows a company board investigation into conduct “unrelated to the business,” the grocer said. Written by Grocery Dive March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Announces Resignation of CEO Rodney McMullen The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned from the Company following a Board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics. Written by Kroger Press Releases March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked