So many critical decisions! As the owner of a retail business, there are so many different choices that you make every day that can have a significant effect on your store’s sales, profits and overall success. At UNFI Professional Services, we’re here to save you time, money and frustration and support your efforts to make sure your store or stores remain relevant and competitive in today’s fast-changing world. Here are just some areas in which we can help:
Technology. The global pandemic accelerated consumer demand for touchless payment technologies. Are you allowing shoppers to pay with their phone or with a tap of their credit card? Are you using technology to help your business operate in the most efficient manner? We can help in both areas.
Shopper Insights. “Grocers that successfully leverage shopper data are the ones that will dominate the future of grocery,” Sharat Potharaju, CEO and co-founder of New York-based MobStac, told Progressive Grocer recently. Potharaju is right. Our Shelf Management team can be your go-to source for critical assortment analytics, market trends and business insights that provide you with the information you need to make the best decisions that can help you grow your business.
What products are doing well in other stores nearby that I’m not carrying? How are my stores performing compared with other stores and the overall market? Which products should I carry — and not carry — to maximize profits? These questions are critical to your success and with tools like PivotalView or G.O.T. Shrink, you’ll have the data/research you need to understand where you and your business stand — and how to chart a successful course for the future.
Design. The design of your store(s) is absolutely critical, especially now that the global pandemic has changed the world of grocery retailing forever. Our award-winning interior design team can set your store apart from the competition, help you effectively showcase your store and its brand and remain relevant to shoppers today. Whether you’re considering a major remodel or wanting to refresh the look of your store, we’ll help guide you, every step of the way.
Pricing. The right prices on your store’s food and general merchandise can help you maximize revenue and profits. If prices are too high, shoppers will go elsewhere and if your prices are too low, you could leave money on the table. It takes time, money and the right information to price right. Our programs like, Strategic Tool to Enhance Pricing (STEP), Customized Retailer Individualized Pricing (CRIP), and Price Management can help keep your prices competitive and relevant while helping you solve all of your pricing challenges and achieve your sales & profit objectives.
Marketing. We have powerful solutions for branding and marketing your business — on and offline. We offer: Circular Production and Printing, 52-Week Promotion & Advertising Plan and Shopper Marketing & National Events. We print 11 million grocery circulars for 2,200 stores each and every week! Digital marketing is also a must in today’s world, and we have it all — websites and hosting, mobile apps, loyalty and rewards, e-commerce online shopping, social media management and e-mail marketing. With our variety of services, you can consider us your full marketing agency.
Coupons. Money-saving offers, in print and digital, are a must in today’s world. Is your store managing print and digital coupons in the most effective manner? With print coupons, we can eliminate the need for your store to separate coupons and ship to each manufacturer for reimbursement. UNFI Professional Services can manage the coupon clearing process with quick payment turnaround, denied payment support, potential income revenue share and coupon payment statements. You’ll love our speedy work. Retailers who work with UNFI receive payment 30+ days faster than processing redemptions directly with manufacturers on their own. Shoppers love digital coupons, too! We can help you offer digital coupons in a compelling way that drives sales to your store.
Keeping your business competitive and relevant is critical in today’s fast-changing world. But it’s not easy. We have the technology, data, and years of expertise to help you make the right strategic decisions to help your business grow and succeed. Is there more you can do to ensure you’re making the right decisions? Have you set your business up for years of success? Contact us today at PSsales@unfi.com.