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The 8th Annual Vertex Awards Opens for Entries

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The 8th Annual Vertex Awards Opens for Entries2021-09-15T09:39:39-04:00

Walgreens New Loyalty Program Rewards Private Brand Shoppers

Walgreens today announced the launch of myWalgreens, a complete reinvention of its customer loyalty program to offer customers extensive new benefits, including the fastest same-day retail pickup offering available today. Customers can now shop online and on a fully-redesigned mobile app for health and wellness items, and then pick them up in the store, curbside,

Walgreens New Loyalty Program Rewards Private Brand Shoppers2021-09-15T09:39:39-04:00

Staples – Senior Manager, Own Brand Management

MPB Careers: Staples - Senior Manager, Own Brand Management Function: Merchandising/Buying Location: United States-Massachusetts Framingham, MA US Date posted: 11/4/2020 2:06:37 AM Type: Full-time Permanent / Contract: Regular Job number: 1141858 The safety and security of our associates and applicants are our top priorities as we navigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on our work

Staples – Senior Manager, Own Brand Management2021-12-15T20:02:44-05:00

Ahold Delhaize to Aquire FreshDirect

Ahold Delhaize and Centerbridge Partners announced they have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire New York City-based online grocer FreshDirect. Ahold Delhaize will acquire the majority share, funded by cash on hand, and Centerbridge Partners will be a minority equity investor with a 20% stake. After the deal closes, FreshDirect will retain its brand

Ahold Delhaize to Aquire FreshDirect2021-09-15T09:39:39-04:00

Staples Calls for Submissions in Breakthrough Project

 Staples Connect today announced its first-ever Staples Connect Breakthrough Project scheduled for February 8, 2021. The Staples Connect Breakthrough Project is designed to accelerate the path to market for small businesses and entrepreneurs by providing an opportunity to compete for shelf space and visibility at Staples Connect and Staples Stores. Now until December 9, 2020,

Staples Calls for Submissions in Breakthrough Project2021-09-15T09:39:39-04:00

Ree, Patti & Jamie in the Walmart Cookshop

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Ree, Patti & Jamie in the Walmart Cookshop2021-09-15T09:39:39-04:00

The Vitamin Shoppe Launches Private Brand CBD Hemp Extract Products

The Vitamin Shoppe announced today the launch of its first private brand CBD hemp extract products under its Vthrive The Vitamin Shoppe and plnt brands. Developed to meet the growing consumer demand for accessible, high-quality CBD from trusted sources, this new and exclusive tincture and capsule formulas are produced with The Vitamin Shoppe's promise of

The Vitamin Shoppe Launches Private Brand CBD Hemp Extract Products2021-09-15T09:39:40-04:00

Meijer to Sell 31¢ per pound Private Brand Turkeys

While Thanksgiving celebrations may look different this year due to the pandemic, Midwestern retailer Meijer remains focused on providing customers with low prices for their holiday meal, including offering special pricing throughout the Midwest for the meal's focal point: the turkey. All frozen Meijer private brand turkeys – regardless of size – are 31¢ per

Meijer to Sell 31¢ per pound Private Brand Turkeys2021-09-15T09:39:40-04:00

Food Lion Feeds Partners with Customers on “Holidays Without Hunger”

This has been a difficult year for many, and as Feeding America member food banks continue to meet increased demand due to COVID-19, Food Lion is making it easier for its customers to help nourish their neighbors in need. “At Food Lion, we believe no one should go hungry, especially during the holiday season, and

Food Lion Feeds Partners with Customers on “Holidays Without Hunger”2021-09-15T09:39:40-04:00

Unfi – VP Brand & Customer Engagement

United Natural Foods Inc. is embarking on a journey to transform the future of food as a long-standing pioneer in the industry. We are actively searching for a senior marketing leader to oversee UNFI brand strategy and long-term innovation efforts. This VP of Brand and Customer Engagement will be a valued member of our marketing

Unfi – VP Brand & Customer Engagement2021-12-15T20:02:46-05:00

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