Corporate Operations: Page 140
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QFC stores will eliminate single-use plastic bags
The Kroger banner is taking a big first step in the company's Zero Hunger | Zero Waste program with the ban, which begins April 1.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 25, 2019 -
Whole Foods' first 'Beauty Swap' promotes clean body care products
The grocer will give away free items at the event, which comes on the heels of parent company Amazon's push into the segment with its own skin care line.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 22, 2019 -
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Could Aldi's new scaled-down store come to the US?
The discounter opened its first Aldi Local location in south London featuring a reduced assortment and smaller pack sizes.
By Jeff Wells • March 22, 2019 -
Schnucks adds new features to mobile app
New features on Schnucks Rewards will help shoppers manage their lists and glean nutrition information on the products they buy.
By Jessica Dumont • March 22, 2019 -
Retailers revamp rewards to draw shoppers
New Seasons Market has launched its first rewards program while Giant Eagle has expanded its fuelperks program.
By Jessica Dumont • March 21, 2019 -
Target's Archer Farms coffee to be fair trade certified by 2022
The mass retailer will expand its certified offerings alongside a number of other grocers that sell fair trade private label coffee products.
By Lauren Manning • March 21, 2019 -
Brandless co-founder Tina Sharkey steps down as CEO
Nearly two years after launching the business, Sharkey will shift into a new role as co-chair of the board of directors.
By Corinne Ruff • March 21, 2019 -
Retrieved from Walmart on October 31, 2018
Walmart CTO departs after laying digital groundwork
During his tenure, Jeremy King aided Walmart Labs' acquisitions, opened four more tech offices and set the retailer up to compete with rival Amazon.
By Samantha Schwartz • March 21, 2019 -
Kroger sells Turkey Hill brand
Private equity firm Peak Rock Capital acquired the CPG business for an undisclosed amount as Kroger focuses on its house brands.
By Jeff Wells • March 20, 2019 -
Supermarkets won't beat Aldi and Lidl on price alone
Traditional grocers are trying to compete as the discounters expand, but Brick Meets Click says the price fight is a losing proposition.
By Jessica Dumont • March 20, 2019 -
H-E-B introduces limited edition rodeo-scented soaps
The lineup, which includes snow cone and funnel cake scents, honors one of Texas' favorite pastimes and has generated considerable buzz among shoppers.
By Lauren Manning • March 19, 2019 -
Philadelphia ShopRite owner blames soda tax for closure
While the city's soda tax has challenged some grocers, others are opening new locations and operating without issue.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 18, 2019 -
Retrieved from Kroger on September 07, 2018
Kroger expands Pinterest tie-up with first-party data ad targeting
A Pinterest push for the Greek yogurt category used Kroger's data for targeting, producing a 53% traffic lift and 15% lower cost per engagement.
By Erica Sweeney • March 15, 2019 -
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Pardon the Disruption: Amazon's private label odyssey
All signs point to the e-commerce giant gearing up for a major push in own brand groceries.
By Jeff Wells • March 15, 2019 -
BJ's unveils 5 new private label wines
The wholesale club's Wellsley Farms wine will help keep it competitive with other major retailers, including Target and Costco.
By Lauren Manning • March 14, 2019 -
Retrieved from Kroger on August 16, 2018
Kroger's autonomous delivery test moves to Houston
The grocer said it will conclude its Scottsdale, Arizona pilot this month, which launched in 2018, before initiating phase two in Texas this spring.
By Jeff Wells • March 14, 2019 -
Markdowns, margins squeeze Dollar General profits
The dollar store missed earnings estimates, but new grocery initiatives focused on fresh foods and private label products could boost its bottom line.
By Daphne Howland • March 14, 2019 -
Target debuts clean label for personal care products
The new designation is part of a multi-year initiative to decrease chemicals in products and increase transparency in labeling.
By Corinne Ruff • March 14, 2019 -
Meijer adds Shop & Scan service to 23 locations
Mobile shopping checkout will be available at stores in Chicago and Northwest Indiana as the retailer tries to keep pace with competitors.
By Lauren Manning • March 13, 2019 -
Walmart CFO: grocery a 'halo' for the retailer
In a presentation to investors, Brett Biggs highlighted the success of online grocery and how it is a major driver in the company's overall growth.
By Jessica Dumont • March 13, 2019 -
SpartanNash cleans up private label lines
The company has reformulated products and redesigned packaging for more than 425 products since last year and will add 175 products in 2019.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 13, 2019 -
Rite Aid slashes 400 corporate jobs
The drugstore is shaking up its executive team, starting with John Standley stepping down as CEO, as it tries to compete as a much smaller retailer.
By Daphne Howland • March 13, 2019 -
H-E-B surprises guests with fine dining meal at SXSW
The Texas-based retailer invited influencers and foodies for a six-course dinner under the guise of "ITK Restaurant Group" to promote its "In the Kitchen" program.
By Krishna Thakker • March 12, 2019 -
Hy-Vee nixes distribution center plans in Minnesota
The change aligns with a reported slower expansion in Minnesota, though the grocer is investing elsewhere.
By Jessica Dumont • March 11, 2019 -
Aldi store brands dominate BrandSpark awards
More than 10,000 consumers voted the discounter's private label tops in categories like salad bowls, hummus and kid snacks.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 11, 2019
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