Strategies & Solutions

The retailer opened an online application process for suppliers looking to join its first Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator that will occur in August in Cincinnati.

The rejuvenated home store has added Stacey Shively, a former Target and JCPenney executive, to the role of SVP, general merchandise manager.

More than 30 plant-based items — including meatless dishes, dips and more — are being added to the retailer’s flagship food and beverage store brand.

The online grocer developed five meals using the plant-based meat product, building on a previous partnership offering an line of exclusive plant-based chillis.

The interactive experience with games and recipes features characters from the Netflix show “Waffles + Mochi” and highlights the retailer’s store brands.

The retailer has acquired virtual fitting room provider Zeekit, which will enable shoppers to virtually try on its own brands before buying and share images socially with friends.

The board of ODP, Office Depot’s parent company, has agreed to split into a retail company and a distribution and contract business.

The triple-digit online sales growth for the period piggybacks off triple-digit online sales growth in Q4 2020, and Ahold gained further increases from its acquisition of Fresh Direct in the fall.

Ellery Fisher, formerly vice president of e-commerce at H-E-B, joins Sally Beauty Supply to oversee the retailer's e-commerce and digital operations.

John Lucot, formerly president and COO of Giant Eagle, will serve as a senior strategic advisor for the e-commerce grocery platform.

Dennis Sheldon brings experience in retail operations from time at Popsockets and Crocs.

For the second year, the discount retailer offers consumers a chance to donate at checkout to serve the museum and veterans; military members and veterans also get an additional discount on its large patio assortment.