The grocer is leaning into deals and private label products while also offering shoppers “little luxuries," Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer Sonya Gafsi Oblisk said during Groceryshop.| Grocery Dive
“As global as possible, as local as necessary” is the discounter’s strategy as it uses its scale and German parent company to keep costs low, U.S. CEO Joel Rampoldt said at Groceryshop.| Grocery Dive
The annual conference covered a lot of ground this year, from ways retailers are leveraging AI to how grocers can better focus on so-called “intentional shoppers.”| Grocery Dive
The grocery chain is conducting a “full site-by-site analysis” and leaning on its stores to fill orders as it looks to improve profitability and reduce costs, interim CEO Ron Sargent said.| Grocery Dive
Susan Morris, who has worked at the supermarket chain for nearly 40 years, will take over the top role on May 1 when Vivek Sankaran retires.| Grocery Dive
Brian Monahan’s hiring comes at a time of growth for Albertsons Media Collective and adds to recent leadership changes at the company.| Grocery Dive
The grocery company is combining its Intermountain and Denver divisions, a spokesperson confirmed.| Grocery Dive
An executive with the specialty grocer underscored the power of messaging when swaying younger shoppers to spend more to buy organic products.| Grocery Dive
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Brian Monahan took over Albertsons Media Collective in July. Now, he plans to focus on collective growth, starting with a new media package for CPGs.| Grocery Dive
The grocer has appointed a new chief merchandising officer as it brings its national and divisional merchandising teams closer together.| Grocery Dive
More than 60% of U.S. households bought groceries online in July, according to Brick Meets Click.| Grocery Dive
Yael Cosset will head the new team as executive vice president and chief digital officer, the grocer announced Tuesday.| Grocery Dive
The company plans to close 60 underperforming stores by the end of 2026 as it refocuses on its core business and high-return opportunities.| Grocery Dive
The number of retail media networks in the industry is projected to double over the next 18 months, according to recent Grocery Doppio findings.| Grocery Dive
The consolidation comes in response to brands’ demand for broader growth strategies and more flexible media capabilities, the grocer said.| Grocery Dive
The Trump administration’s trade policy stands to raise prices for vanilla, cinnamon and dozens of other flavoring ingredients used in food manufacturing.| Grocery Dive
The grocery company had to entirely shut down its network following the intrusion and is serving customers on only a “limited basis” as it works to recover, CEO Sandy Douglas said.| Grocery Dive
