Albertsons

The honoree in the Regulatory/QA/Safety category plays a vital role in keeping Albertsons in compliance with a broad range of regulations.

The grocer reports a rise in net sales with growth in identical sales and higher e-commerce activity cited as key drivers.

The initiative will go into effect after the merger between Kroger and Albertsons closes.

The grocer's new Flash service allows shoppers to buy items online, including from Albertsons' private brands, in as little as 30 minutes.

The deal valued at $1.9 billion also includes several distribution centers, back offices and a handful of private brands.

The deal to sell off overlapping locations may be announced as early as this week, sources say.

Highlights in the 2023 report include reduced emissions, curbed food waste, increased recycling communications on private label packaging and more.

Albertsons Cos., High Ridge Brands, Kroger, The Kingswood Company, Staples and Topco Associates each introduced new, unique and innovative private label products this year that earned 2023 Editors' Picks honors.