Operations: Page 126

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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 • 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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    Trendline

    The state of retail operations

    Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and pricing. 

    By Retail Dive staff
  • Against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains and blue skies streaked with clouds, three cyclists pedal along a path flanked by tall grasses and marked by a wooden sign reading "South Jenny Lake."
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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 • Sept. 27, 2022
  • An Eddie Bauer mall store entrance mimics a log cabin, with faux wooden pillars and pitched roof.
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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 • Sept. 27, 2022
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    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 • 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 • 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 Roadie

    Work 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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    Sponsored by CommerceHub

    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
  • A large white sign reads "Nordstrom Rack" in dark blue capital letters.
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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 • Sept. 23, 2022
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    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
  • In a dimly lit room, a party-goer in a long blue dress, wearing a tiara, stares into the camera.
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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 • 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 • Sept. 23, 2022
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    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 • 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 • Sept. 22, 2022
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    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 • 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 • Sept. 22, 2022
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    Eloquii debuts bridal line

    The collection will launch at Bridal Fashion Week in October and will be available for purchase on the DTC brand’s website.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 22, 2022
  • A Nike storefront at The Grove shopping center in Los Angeles, California.
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    Barclays downgrades Nike on inventory trouble, slowing demand and volatility in China

    The retailer’s strength in North America may no longer be enough to offset its challenges in China, the analysts said.

    By • Sept. 21, 2022
  • A cardboard box with a round light-blue logo and the words "Stitch Fix" leans against a bright yellow door.
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    Stitch Fix is losing customers as it competes against itself

    The e-retailer’s new e-commerce site is stealing sales from its curated box business just as consumers pull back on apparel purchases.

    By • Sept. 21, 2022
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    Ralph Lauren to open 250 stores in the next 3 years

    The luxury brand has exited most department stores to focus on its direct-to-consumer strategy. 

    By • Sept. 21, 2022
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    What can an Amazon Fashion executive do for Beautycounter?

    Kara Trousdale joined the beauty brand as its chief commercial officer in March and is bringing lessons from the e-commerce giant to help guide its omnichannel strategy.

    By • Sept. 21, 2022