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How retailers are hiring for the holidays in 2022
Nordstrom plans to bring on 20,000 seasonal workers this year, down from the more than 28,000 it announced in 2021.
By Retail Dive Staff • Updated Oct. 14, 2022 -
Courtesy of The North Face
The North Face fills chief marketer, merchandiser spots with Nike vets
Sophie Bambuck will take on the marketing role while Jennifer Ingraffea will fill the merchandising position as the brand builds out its leadership team.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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Macy’s launches third-party marketplace in time for the holidays
The department store is filling gaps in its assortment with an online selection of toys, pet goods and other items. Should some end up in stores, too?
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Sephora launches $49 annual same-day delivery subscription
The speedy delivery service comes as the beauty retailer is rapidly expanding its store footprint through a partnership with Kohl’s.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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As the holidays approach, Five Below adds BOPIS
The retailer is looking to provide more convenience as consumers seek out discount retailers to combat inflation.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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At Home downgraded as it burns through cash
The retailer took on debt from a private equity acquisition last year. Then the home goods market tanked.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Grove Collaborative doubles retail presence through CVS partnership
As it tries to reach more consumers, the company is facing declining sales.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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REI will open stores late on Election Day so employees can vote
The retailer joins nearly 2,000 others in ensuring that work schedules allow for time to cast a ballot.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Eddie Bauer taps VF Corp exec as new CEO
Tim Bantle replaces Damien Huang, who stepped down after a year on the job and not long after its acquisition by Sparc Group.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 27, 2022 -
Courtesy of Knix
Knix acquired for $320M
The DTC brand was bought by health and hygiene company Essity, with founder Joanna Griffiths maintaining a 20% stake.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Yeti CFO resigns following lukewarm earnings
Paul Carbone, who took the company public during his first year as CFO, is departing to pursue another venture closer to family after four years in the role.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Peloton’s head of marketing, chief commercial officer exit
Dara Treseder is leaving Oct. 4 to become the CMO of Autodesk and Kevin Cornils exited last Friday.
By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2022 -
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Dollar Tree hires new COO in ongoing C-suite revamp
Michael Creedon, who has led U.S. store operations for Advance Auto Parts, will play a key role as the dollar retailer tries to become more competitive.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 26, 2022 -
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Burberry chief operating and financial officer to leave
Julie Brown, who holds both roles, will step down after a six-year term, the second top executive shakeup at the luxury brand in the past year.
By Grace Noto • Sept. 26, 2022 -
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Build-A-Bear redesigns website
The retailer has rebounded from the COVID-19 pandemic to see historically high revenues.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 26, 2022 -
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Sponsored by RoadieWork smarter, not harder: 3 inventory best practices for peak season success
Keeping up with demand and ensuring a frictionless customer experience throughout peak season requires visibility, flexibility and quick action from retailers.
Sept. 26, 2022 -
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The power of an extensive commerce network
The future of increasingly collaborative, data-driven retail depends on a robust and extensive commerce network.
Sept. 26, 2022 -
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Nordstrom lays off over 200 workers at supply chain facility
The retailer has been working to make its supply chain faster and more productive as it looks to offset costs and meet pick-up demand.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 23, 2022 -
Courtesy of Nike
The Weekly Closeout: Home Depot employees move to unionize and Nike launches recycling program on Alipay
Philadelphia workers for the home improvement retailer filed with the National Labor Relations Board, while the athletics brand partnered with Ant Group’s Green Energy Initiative.
By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 23, 2022 -
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Online only, Lord & Taylor unveils fall merchandising, new logo
The 200-year-old department store is aiming for an “elevated experience” as it attempts a reboot — but “don’t call it a comeback.”
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 23, 2022 -
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Kohl’s board unanimously backs CEO
The retailer is standing behind Chief Executive Officer Michelle Gass amid pressure from an activist investor to replace her and the board’s chair.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 23, 2022 -
Courtesy of Kohl's
Hedge fund pushes to oust Kohl’s CEO, board chair
Ancora Holdings, among investors that last year forced changes to the retailer’s board, says CEO Michelle Gass “is no longer well-positioned to lead.”
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 22, 2022 -
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Walmart slows holiday hiring to 40K associates
A year ago the big-box retailer was preparing to hire 150,000 seasonal workers.
By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 22, 2022 -
Courtesy of Target
Target plans 100K seasonal hires as it looks to start discounts sooner
The retailer’s holiday price match guarantee will begin Oct. 6, the same day that its Deal Days start.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 22, 2022 -
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Destination XL loses marketing chief, names replacement
Ujjwal Dhoot played a major role in the big-and-tall retailer’s turnaround and hunt for market share.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 22, 2022
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