South African retail for the next six months
Falling short of gazing into a crystal ball, one can only speculate
what effects the recent global trends will have on consumer spending
and retailers. On the whole conditions don’t look favourable,
especially looking at durable and semi-durable items. Food retailers,
on the other hand, remain more resilient through tough economic
periods.
But, there are a few more problems on the horizon, such as a weakening
job market. Job losses coupled with increased household debt are
an issue for retailers because, without jobs, consumers lack disposal
income to spend.
The weak job market is seen in the manufacturing industry where
reports say that manufacturing
output slows down in major economies. Smaller industries have
also being hard hit, such as, the South African wine bottling industry,
which has experienced several job losses of late as a result of
bottling plants closing their doors (SA
wine bottling industry in economic decline).
Retailers will have to brace themselves for a difficult period ahead.
Wendy Smith
wendy@fastmoving.co.za
Please feel free to make comments or raise new issues by emailing
the editor
editor@fastmoving.co.za
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· Heinz
Looks Toward Emerging Markets
Coming off record results in its fiscal 2011, food maker
H.J. Heinz is counting on growth in emerging markets to
help it add to its bottom line. The 142-year old firm is
best known for its ketchup. But it also makes a variety
of other condiments, as well as sauces, snacks and frozen
foods. |
· Twelve
consecutive 'Top Brand Award' wins for Tastic
Tastic has again proudly scooped the 2011 Sunday Times Top
Brand Award in the 'Essential Foods' category. Avusa Media,
in partnership with TNS Research Surveys, conducts an annual
field research study with around 3500 consumers in both
metropolitan and rural areas across the country in order
to identify and acknowledge top performing brands that are
successfully addressing consumer needs and expectations. |
· Retail
Sales No Longer Tradeable in the US
The list of retailers still reporting monthly same-store
sales figures is slowly whittling down. Starting in August,
just 22 companies will release the figures, begging the
question: Has the sample size become too small to analyze? |
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Brand Activity
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Clorets
Launches a Fruity Fresh Breath Partner: Cherry Menthol!
Popular chewing-gum brand Clorets, renowned as the ‘Fresh
Breath Expert’ is proud to introduce its first ever
fruit flavoured chewing gum called Cherry Menthol. |
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Sasko
Bakeries Competition
Buy a loaf of Sasko Omega-3, Sasko All-in-One, Sasko Low GI
White, or SASKO Low GI Whole Wheat bread in the month of August
and you could win a LG 42 inch Plasma TV and home theatre
system. |
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Featured Brands
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Cape
Herb and Spice
Founded in 1994, Cape Herb and Spice (PTY) LTD has established
itself as an internationally recognized producer of top quality
value added herb and spice products. Focusing on uncompromised
quality, innovation and service we’ve built sustained
partnerships with key market players locally and internationally. |
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Bobtail
Bobtail Natures best dry dog food is a tasty and complete
food that has the right combination of animal based protein
(including premium chicken meal) plus the right combination
of cereals, to ensure a naturally long and healthy life for
your dog. |
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Featured Retail Services
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Digipos
Store Solutions
DigiPoS Store Solutions is the first choice for many retailers
across the globe. Operating across 16 divisions, DigiPoS delivers
innovative technology to retailers and point of service businesses.
DigiPoS develops award winning hardware, software and professional
services and is a leader in technology development in terms
of system design, through to integration of software applications
and hardware solutions.
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Time
Link Cargo
Time Link Cargo is a privately owned logistics Company which
operates branches nationally and with Head Office in Cape
Town.The Company is service orientated focusing mainly on
long distance transport, national distribution, warehousing
and logistical solutions. Directors, management and staff
have committed themselves to providing a superior and unique
service to the industry and at the same time ensuring each
customer receives efficient, reliable and cost effective service
at all times.
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Retail Services News
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First
time passes for Imperial Logistics CIMA graduates
Four Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
learners within the IMPERIAL Logistics Graduate Development
Programme recently passed the TOPCIMA exam, first time round.
The CIMA Learnership is a registered workplace programme by
FASSET, the SETA responsible for the Accounting, Finance and
Management sectors.
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FMCG Jobs
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Graduate
positions available at Oceana Group from January 2012
The Oceana Group was incorporated in 1918 and is listed on
the JSE. The Group is involved in the fishing and allied services
sector and engages in the catching, processing and procurement
of marine species. The group has job opportunities for graduates
from January 2012.
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Financial
Executive (For a leading FMCG company’s international
division)
My client, one of SA's leading FMCG companies, is looking
to appoint a Financial Executive for their international division.
You will be responsible for managing and consolidating results
from a number of operations based in Africa and will be appointed
as a board member for some of these companies.
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Trade
Channel Planner
We have an exciting opportunity for an innovative, proactive
individual that has a passion for Trade and Shopper Marketing.
We need a highly motivated, self directed, strategically minded
individual with strong business acumen and a proven track
record in Trade Marketing.
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Strategy
Recruitment Marketing
Strategy Recruitment Marketing is focused on providing tailor-made,
alternative recruitment solutions that are based on out-the-box
strategic and creative thinking, detailed processes, and keeping
abreast of the latest recruitment practices and technology
through understanding each client´s critical success
factors, to produce impactful results cost-effectively. |
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Talented
Selections
Talented Selections is committed to identifying highly talented,
exceptional individuals who have built solid careers at a
middle and senior management level and like us are passionate
about what they do. Talented Selections was established in
1998 and offers a customised recruitment solution to the FMCG
industry.
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Zakhele
Staffing Solutions
Zakhele Staffing Solutions believes in developing and maintaining
Long-Term relationships with Candidates and Clients. Our objective
is to introduce exceptional Human Capital to enhance the productivity
of the company as well as the opportunities for individuals.
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Nicolene
Di Bartolo
Leadership is action... not position! Business Leaders engage
our services to identify individuals who will elevate their
organisations to new heights. It is our mission to source
exceptional talent in mid-to executive management levels across
all job categories. We support these extraordinary individuals
in furthering their careers
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Events
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Food
Safety Conference: 21 - 24 November 2011
With recent amendments and changes in legislation ( The Consumer
Protection Act 2008, Food Labeling and Advertising Regulations)
as well as consumers becoming more aware of their rights,
no food manufacturer or producer can afford to miss IIR’s
Food Safety Conference. |
2011
Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Wines announced
Exceptional wines with a creative edge and great diversity
of styles is the hallmark of the 2011 selection of exclusive
wines that will go under the hammer at the 27th Nedbank Cape
Winemakers Guild Auction at Spier outside Stellenbosch on
Saturday, 1 October. |
CGCSA
to Host Annual Conference
This year’s conference promises to bring together over
500 delegates from industry experts and thought leaders to
top government officials, this year’s conference will
raise the bar and play a leading role in providing insight
into the industry trends and outlook. Mr. Mncane Mthunzi,
CGCSA CEO, said: “The 2010 conference was a huge success
and we are extremely excited by the caliber and quality of
speakers that we have been able to secure for the 2011 conference
including top international speakers”. |
Global Sources China
Sourcing Fairs
Cater to more customers with a wide variety of products from
China.
· Global
Sources, Baby & Children's Products China Sourcing Fair
· Global
Sources, Hardware & Building Materials China Sourcing
Fair
· Global
Sources, Garments and Textiles China Sourcing Fair
· Global
Sources, Gifts & Premiums China Sourcing Fair
· Global
Sources, Home Products China Sourcing Fair
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Global
Sources, Solar & Energy Saving Products China Sourcing
Fair
· Global
Sources, Electronics China Sourcing Sourcing Fair
· Global
Sources, Fashion Accessories China Sourcing Fair |
InneSense
Cellar2Cellar Trail Run & Wine Experience
Lace up those trainers and join the colourful parade of wine
lovers with a sense of adventure off the beaten track amongst
the vineyards for the 2nd Innesense Cellar2Cellar Trail Run
& Wine Experience in the picturesque Paradyskloof outside
Stellenbosch on Saturday, 17 September 2011. |
Be
prepared for the fifth Limpopo Wine Show
Polokwane wine enthusiasts and show-goers should plan for
the annual Old Mutual Limpopo Wine Show. Taking place at the
Meropa Casino & Entertainment World for the fifth time
on 29 and 30 July, the festival is also a good reason for
Gautengers to “make a weekend of it”. Offering
a great number of delicious wines for tasting and purchase,
Cape winemakers and producer representatives from 50 exhibitors
look forward to sharing their wines and within the relaxed
and fun atmosphere of the Meropa facilities. |
Salt
& wine pairing dinner with oriental flair in Die Bergkelder
The latest in a series of salt and wine pairing dinners held
in Die Bergkelder on the last Thursday of every month offers
guests a range of oriental dishes from sushi to lemongrass
ice cream, all showcasing the versatility of Fleur du Cap’s
elegant Unfiltered wines. |
SAAFoST
one-day labelling workshop at the Durban University of Technology
Good news for KZN Members is that the SAAFoST Labelling and
Advertising of Food Workshop is going to be repeated in Durban. |
Soweto
Wine Festival hits the mark with Tops
South Africa’s first and biggest township-based wine
festival, the successful 2011 Soweto Wine Festival, has signed
up a 3-year headline sponsorship with South Africa’s
largest liquor retail outlet, Tops at SPAR, adding serious
punch to the growth of the festival. |
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