Saluting our lockdown grocery heroes

Apr 16, 2020 | Katherine Rich Comments

There have been lots of grocery heroes through the Level 4 lockdown, and I’d like to acknowledge some of them. It’s a frantic time for the sector, with suppliers and supermarkets working overtime to ensure the huge public demand for groceries is met. And with people...

Chocolate’s sweet taste of success

Apr 3, 2020 | Katherine Rich Comments

Amid the challenges of the COVID-19 outbreak and the pressure on suppliers and retailers to keep supermarket shelves stocked, it’s essential we continue to celebrate the bright spots. One was the recent announcement of the Supreme Winner at the New Zealand Chocolate...

Thanks to ‘The Silent Sales People’

Apr 2, 2020 | Katherine Rich Comments

Merchandisers have been described by some as “The Silent Sales People” of retail, important team members who help supermarkets and suppliers make sure product is on the shelf at the right time to satisfy shoppers’ requirements and, of course, sell more...