Buying and Beyond
Welcome to the Buying & Beyond podcast, the podcast for all things Retail Buying...and more!
Join us, Kate & Lyns, buyers and best friends, each week for industry insights, stories and expertise from real people in retail.
Enjoy honest stories and conversations, retail therapy and learn bite-sized tips from us and our guests from across the industry.
- Season 1 starts with Becoming a Buyer - the background to how we started in the industry, what exactly is a Buyer, working your way up the ladder and the main meetings and tasks working in Buying
- Season 2 is all about Being a Buyer - leading a team, coordinating trips, working with suppliers, product & personal development and sustainability
- Season 3 takes us beyond just the direct Buying team - we introduce merchandisers, talk about designers and new trends, burnout & life coaching.
- Season 4 is where we are joined by more Retail Buyers and have also invited Retail Businesses to tell us their stories
- Season 5 continues with a fantastic assortment of Retail Buyers and Retail Businesses. We find out how they got started and what inspires & excites them about retail - plus we lift the lid on what Brands need and Buyers expect!
We are your modern day mentors; prepping Buyers of the future and empowering current Buyers. Our insights for retail businesses and entrepreneurs will shine a light on how to to build, grow, scale and pitch like a pro!
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Retail Reflections 26th September: Power Moves, Price Wars & Green Dreams
This week, we dive into the latest movements and shake-ups in the retail world, with a special focus on leadership changes, store strategies, and sustainability efforts.
In this episode:
- Leadership Changes at M&S:
We discuss the recent appointments and departures at Marks & Spencer, including the hiring of a new Transformation Director and the exit of their CTO after a challenging year marked by a major cyber attack. - Amazon Fresh Store Closures:
A look at Amazon’s decision to close or convert its Fresh stores to Whole Foods Markets, and what this means for the future of brick-and-mortar retail. - Sustainability Spotlight:
Mars’ European factories are now running on 100% renewable energy, and we break down what GEO certificates mean for tracking green energy use. - Grocery Prices:
Aldi’s £300 million investment in price cuts and how this is impacting the wider supermarket landscape, including price matching strategies from competitors like Tesco. - Fashion & Influencer Brands:
The launch of a new inclusive athleisure brand, REASN, and a discussion on the importance of sustainable practices in influencer-led fashion. - Greenwashing & Pricing:
A candid conversation about the prevalence of greenwashing in the industry and the need for honest pricing and truly sustainable products.
Don’t miss:
- Our upcoming episodes featuring experts in wine buying and hard goods
- A look ahead to next week’s deep dive into fashion weeks and trade shows
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