The newly formed Wholesale Group recently hosted 50 channel directors and 150 representatives from FMCG suppliers to introduce the new group, outline the rationale for its creation and the group’s USP.
“We all know the wholesale landscape is changing and we recognise the need to change with it to ensure we provide the best support and value for both independent wholesalers and our supplier partners,” said joint managing director Jess Douglas (pictured).
“As a result, The Wholesale Group has been created to provide the home for independent wholesalers, of all sizes, with extensive retail and foodservice expertise and support. This also provides our supplier partners with a highly-effective, cost-efficient route to market for independent caterers and retailers. And of course, our major USP is that there is no charge to join the group as a member, and all members receive a share of the profits.”
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Joint managing director Tom Gittins outlined the group’s strategic pillars, including central distribution and its central payment solution: “While The Wholesale Group can support every retail and foodservice business in every postcode, we provide one Group invoice and one Group payment, which will save considerable time and money for suppliers and members alike. It’s the ultimate win win.”
Meanwhile, Illan Hepworth from ShopAI provided an introduction to The Wholesale Group’s brand new AI tool, which will launch later this year. This will provide members, suppliers and The Wholesale Group team with the opportunity to utilise AI to simplify how data and insight is accessed and understood, resulting in real-time accuracy of data and significant time savings.
