Operations: Page 5

  • Barbie dolls are seen at a Target store on October 25, 2021 in Houston, Texas.
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    Mattel appoints chief strategy officer

    Ken Wee, who previously held the same role at Activision Blizzard, will oversee all aspects of strategic planning and corporate development.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 11, 2024
  • A Bed Bath & Beyond location with a "store closing" sign taped across the storefront.
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    After shuttering stores at home, Bed Bath & Beyond is going global

    A new licensing program includes plans to open locations in Mexico and could extend to other Beyond Inc. brands.

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Trendline

    Inside retail supply chains

    Companies looking to curry favor with customers, trim logistical expenses and improve efficiency, are reorganizing operations.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    The big switch: Why Shoe Carnival is flipping some of its stores into Shoe Stations

    In a few test locations, stores that were rebannered as Shoe Stations performed “exceptionally well,” according to CEO Mark Worden.

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Backcountry acquired by CSC Generation Enterprise

    The outdoor gear retailer will continue to operate under its own name and recently moved to expand into wholesale.

    By • Sept. 10, 2024
  • Shoppers walking by an Under Armour store.
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    Under Armour to close California distribution center amid restructuring plan

    The decision to exit one of its primary distribution facilities will cost the athletics retailer an additional $70 million in restructuring charges.

    By • Sept. 10, 2024
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    Probiotic brand Seed launches at Target nationwide

    The move marks the brand’s first partnership with a big-box retailer and follows its debut on Amazon earlier this year.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 10, 2024
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    Family Dollar implements AI tech for category management, merchandising

    The discount chain has selected Dunnhumby to power a platform aimed at localizing product assortment to better meet shoppers’ needs.

    By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 9, 2024
  • A Lumber Liquidators brick storefront
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    Private equity firm sweeps up LL Flooring, which will stay in business after all

    The bankrupt home improvement company, previously Lumber Liquidators, has inked a deal to be acquired by F9 Investments, its largest shareholder.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
  • The front door of the Sam Ash Music store in Richmond, Virginia with store closing signs.
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    Inside a closing Sam Ash Music store

    The family-run company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May and the liquidation of its 42 retail stores began. Here’s what that looked like at one location.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
  • Nordstrom Rack, at Codding Town, Bend, Oregon
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    Nordstrom pulls back on Pacific Northwest omnichannel center plans

    The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 9, 2024
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    4 keys to getting shipping right for e-commerce SMBs

    Small-to-medium-sized e-commerce businesses benefit from partnering with a shipping solution that can support their growth.

    Sept. 9, 2024
  • The exterior of Arc'teryx's store in New York City.
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    Arc’teryx opens largest flagship to date

    The 14,164-square-foot store is located at 580 Broadway in New York City and will feature both new and refurbished products.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Retail workers hail New York’s new panic-button law

    But the bill signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, which requires a host of safety measures to address store-based crime, was opposed by key trade groups.

    By • Sept. 6, 2024
  • Bluemercury storefront.
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    The Weekly Closeout: Under Armour hires (another) Adidas vet and Bluemercury turns 25

    The athletics retailer appointed a new leader in its Europe, the Middle East and Africa division, while the beauty company refreshed its online presence. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Simon expands, rebrands online outlet marketplace as ShopSimon

    The digital marketplace is adding sale and discounted merchandise to its outlet offering of over 360 retailers. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 6, 2024
  • The exterior of Ernesta's showroom in Bethesda, Maryland.
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    DTC rug brand Ernesta opens second showroom

    The company has opened a location in Bethesda, Maryland, in an area that has increasingly become popular for other DTC brands opening stores.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Walmart expands marketplace offerings with StockX sneaker deal

    The big-box retailer executive Manish Joneja said the broadened assortment should draw more buyers.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
  • The exterior of a newly constructed Dollar Tree store with the company's signature green color scheme with a blue sky
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    Dollar Tree delivers weak Q2, cuts full-year guidance

    Family Dollar customers are leaving for other stores like Walmart, according to analysts, as the banner shrinks its footprint.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
  • A photo of a concession stand in a sports arena. It includes bankds of coolers and several gates for entry and exit. Signs on a call in front and the wall above the coolers all say "Fly Thru Market."
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    Amazon tech to automate 10 new campus c-stores

    The company said it expects to put its technology in more stores in 2024 than in any previous year.

    By Jessica Loder • Sept. 4, 2024
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    While others falter, Dick’s stays strong with 8% sales growth

    CEO Lauren Hobart said the retailer continues to thrive thanks to long-term investments in product assortment, customer experience and stores.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Bath & Body Works’ semi-annual sale ‘fell short of our expectations’

    As a result, the company is evaluating its approach to the event, including the timing, marketing and messaging. 

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Rite Aid exits bankruptcy, sheds $2B in debt

    Chief Financial Officer Matt Schroeder will take over the CEO post from restructuring officer Jeffrey Stein.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
  • A Mango storefront in New York City.
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    Mango extends e-commerce operations to 12 new markets

    The company also named Marlies Hersbach as its new e-commerce executive director as its online business accelerates. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 4, 2024
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    After a puzzling past few months, Foxtrot returns

    The retailer, which abruptly ceased operations earlier this year, will reopen its store in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood.

    By Brett Dworski • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Nordstrom family group offers $3.8B to go private

    In pursuit of a takeover, CEO Erik Nordstrom and his brother, President Pete Nordstrom, have teamed up with other family members as well as retail conglomerate El Puerto de Liverpool.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024