Inside Retail

JULY 16, 2023

Global footwear and apparel brand New Balance has recently relocated its Australian headquarters to a converted warehouse in the recently launched Morris Moor precinct in Melbourne. Besides New Balance, the 12,500sqm Morris Moor precinct features a brewery, restaurant and beer hall.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Before joining New Zealand healthcare brand Comvita , Andy Chen worked in HR and project management at Walmart for 10 years. We recently sat down with him to learn about his career highlights, best leadership tips and how he approaches the work-life balance conundrum in this day and age. Stay hungry and then give it a try.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Direct-to-consumer revenue rose 3 per cent to $596 million after the company managed to control the sales experience and tell a story around its merchandise. Apparel revenue increased 3 per cent to $1.1 billion, but footwear was down 7 per cent to $351 million.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 11, 2024

The newspaper said it understands “the future of the chain is hanging in the balance as it struggles to cover large debts”. Some 20 stores in New Zealand are also affected, managed by the Australian business. All 50 outlets were closed with 400 jobs on the line, while the Canadian business has closed 33 of its 105 stores.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

In this excerpt from Unnecessary Tales of a Retail Marketer , our lead character discovers that balancing their gorgeous new ad campaign with the rigours of BAU is more annoying than they would like. There are some exceptional people giving you all sorts of love at the management, account management and strategic level.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2022

Here, Australia and New Zealand general manager Preet Bains discusses the brand’s omnichannel strategy, the sensory appeal of its unique stores and the key to maintaining the relevance of a legacy brand. . It is our aim to stimulate all the senses and keep a healthy balance between mind and body.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2023

From her early days as a store manager at Sportsgirl, to leadership roles at Gap, Sussan and Cotton On, McGahan has built up a wealth of knowledge, which she has drawn from to shape Strand’s recent rebrand , and overseas expansion. IR: What advice would you give someone who wants to get into your line of work? FM: You need to love it!

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Inside Retail

MARCH 7, 2024

This experience led to a role in sales and account management, helping retailers solve fulfilment challenges, sparking my passion for the industry. It’s been a gamechanger, not only for our end-mile and fulfilment but also for my approach to inventory management, customer support and data.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 1, 2023

Here, we chat with Mud Australia’s founder, designer and CEO Shelley Simpson about work-life balance, why the business has invested in the Headspace app, monthly massages on-site and green breakout spaces, and how her wheaten terrier, Molly, helps her to switch off. I’m at the stage where I know how to draw the line – there’s always tomorrow!

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

As general manager of Australian swimwear brand Budgy Smuggler , Brendan Hartmann is responsible for ensuring the business has the proper systems and processes in place to keep up its rapid growth as it continues to expand its presence in the UK and Europe. Today, my role as general manager covers almost everything, as it should.

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RetailMinded

AUGUST 29, 2022

Retail revenue management primarily aims at selling the appropriate product to the right customer at the right time for the right price. Here are four tips to effectively manage and optimize retail revenue: . Mid-price strategy: Here, you try to balance reputation and good value. It also sets everybody’s priorities in line.

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Parcel Pending

JANUARY 20, 2023

Improving the campus store retail experience is not only about knowledgeable staff and shorter lines at the checkout, it is also about the speed and efficiency of the returns process for customers and store employees alike. The returns experience and the returns management process can even impact customer loyalty and satisfaction.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This year’s AGM occurred at a time of significant management change at Myer, as King, JoAnne Stephenson, who is chairperson of the board, and Nigel Chadwick, the retailer’s CFO, are all scheduled to depart their roles in the coming months. I think our systems and checks and balances are robust enough for us to get through,” King said.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

Advanced Planning Systems (APS) are at the heart of digital transformation when looking to improve operations management. S&OP is an integrated planning process that aligns demand, supply, and financial planning and is managed as part of a company’s master planning. The right balance between human and digital resources.

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Inside Retail

JULY 27, 2023

In between competing at the London Diamond League athletic event, which attracted over 50,000 people, she recently shared how she manages her time while juggling both careers, what it takes to make a great PR, and what a typical Tuesday looks like. IR: What advice would you give someone who wants to get into your line of work?

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

But there is a fine line between success and failure. Tara Daly, senior director of product marketing at Loop Returns , shares with Inside Retail advice on getting started in the US market, some tips on cross-border shipping and logistics – including managing returns in a way that builds customer loyalty – and how to drive repeat business.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 4, 2024

In supermarkets, AI can be utilised for fresh produce management, with a centralised model to enhance inventory optimisation and replenishment. Category management – for example, range and assortment planning, pricing strategies – is a typical use case where AI can augment human decision-making.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 21, 2023

Railpen , one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced Foot Locker , the leading global sneaker and apparel retailer, has signed at St Anns Shopping Centre for its new Harrow flagship, relocating and upsizing from its current location at 34 St Anns Road.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2023

In line with the SDA’s submission to the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Review, he raised the following suggestions to help amend the issue. Provide wage increases in line with inflation, ensure all hours worked are paid for, moderate workloads and work intensity and ensure all breaks are given,’ Dwyer said.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Evelyn Tay: I manage all aspects of communications, government, and public affairs, as well as sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes across Asia at Foodpanda. Post-Uber, I also managed Tesla’s communications in Asia at the most interesting time when building the Shanghai Gigafactory.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 15, 2022

After starting his career in media, working as a special assistant to Network Ten’s then-executive general manager Russel Howcroft, Josh Howard switched gears and moved to New York City, where he worked for startups that blurred the lines between content and commerce. JH: Lately I’ve been doing a lot of boxing.

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Inside Retail

MAY 2, 2023

In fact, their roles, reporting lines and rewards are so often opposed, you’d be forgiven for thinking we designed it to guarantee a disconnect. However, unlike most periods since the industrial revolution, the balance of power between workers and their bosses is shifting, as shown in PwC’s latest Global Workforce Hopes & Fears Survey.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 22, 2024

More details Emil Fazira, food insight manager in Asia at Euromonitor International, said street stalls and kiosks buoyed overall industry growth during the 2019 to 2024 period with a 4 per cent CAGR in terms of value sales. The share of eat-in is expected to stick at around 60 per cent, with 66 per cent in 2023 and 67 per cent in 2028.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 14, 2023

New Balance has entered the beauty market in celebration of opening a premium direct-to-consumer retail store in Australia this December and it smells like luxury on and off the court for the apparel brand. billion, a 21 percent increase on the year prior, and globally, it has over 500 retail stores and in excess of 3000 retail partners.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Inventory Management Issues Inventory management can pose a significant challenge for bars and restaurants. This will help maintain a balanced stock that meets your customers’ demands without resulting in surplus waste or lost profits due to theft. Finding the right balance between cost and functionality can be tricky.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Woolworths Group’s managing director Brad Banducci agreed, stating that while the impact on Woolworths’ supply chain hadn’t been as pronounced as compared to the height of the pandemic, stock availability has been one of its customers’ biggest pain points. Grocery prices rose 9.2 per cent through the December quarter, according to ABS data.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2023

As PR and influencer manager at outdoor apparel brand Kathmandu, Gabrielle Godfrey is responsible for keeping the business top-of-mind with customers and superfans. I left Cassette as PR account director in 2022, after securing a really incredible opportunity as PR and influencer Manager at Kathmandu… where I am now! It’s so rewarding!

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 11, 2024

Fanny Moizant: My fashion career started with an internship at John Galliano, before I moved on to work as a marketing manager at lingerie company, Dim. This knowledge combined with my expertise in marketing – as I earned a management degree at the Institut de la Mode in Paris – paved my way to found Vestiaire Collective in 2009.

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E Delevry

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Simply put, poor inventory management means they are selling products they no longer have (known as overselling), which not only impacts customer trust, but also reflects deeper operational inefficiencies and lost revenue. A real-time view of inventory also helps increase conversion rates, which is key for retailers looking to grow.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 14, 2021

Having both trained with Savile Row legends, Joshua under Edward Sexton and Kimberley with Huntsman, they have managed to develop a keen eye for lines, silhouette and balance. It seems only natural that they have returned to Savile Row to open their first store.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 22, 2023

General manager Ian Taunton pointed to the launch of its online game Fitopia on Roblox, as an innovative and engaging way of reaching that target audience. Alpha, Asics, Ascent, New Balance have all partnered well, and we’re seeing strong market and consumer demand for Hoka,” Taunton said.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 13, 2021

Jem Hughes, Project Manager at Diagon says, “It was a pleasure to work with Bevan, Pangaia and the Selfridges team on such a bold and eye-catching installation in such an iconic location at this key time for the reopening of retail.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 14, 2023

A balanced perspective According to Ananda “Andy” Chakravarty, vice president of research for retail at IDC, the collaboration with Google Cloud will enable John Lewis to access the AI and ML capabilities built into the solution, including generative AI capabilities. We’re looking forward to an era of fresh innovation,” Mian said.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 1, 2023

We put our plans in place, restructured the balance sheets, and it’s really come [good]. billion (22 billion rand) worth of liabilities off of its balance sheet, and will be able to better focus its efforts and investment on more profitable businesses in its portfolio. It’s an increasingly important part of the WHL group.”

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Inside Retail

JUNE 25, 2023

This includes, but is not limited to, using robots for stock management, and AI engines to optimise shopper flow. A cheapening of the product could potentially lead to a reversion back to physical experiences – in line with customer presences. So thinking about that balance [is important].” “I couldn’t be more excited about it.”

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RetailMinded

MARCH 29, 2024

Lines of credit: Lines of credit give your business revolving access to capital up to a pre-approved limit, letting you draw funds as needed. This flexibility helps manage fluctuating financial needs, like financing higher inventory orders during busy seasons.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Fostering a supportive culture will leave your employees more engaged and motivated at work, which is the ultimate aim for any manager or decision-maker. Maintaining Open Communication: Transparency and Regular Feedback Keeping the lines of communication open is crucial for boosting your employees’ performance.

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