Piggly Wiggly and Martin’s Super Markets have joined Family Fare and VG’s Grocery as the C&S brands offering savings on thousands of items.
Category: C&S Wholesale Grocers
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products.
C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, News
Martin’s Super Markets Preps For Annual Roofsit With Store Refresh
The Martin’s Super Markets at Heritage Square in Granger, Indiana, has completed a series of store enhancements coinciding with the 30th annual Roofsit, a community fundraising tradition for child abuse prevention. The store, located at 7355 Heritage Square Dr., celebrated with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony and a $2,500 check presentation to Prevent Child Abuse St. Joseph […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, News
Family Fare, VG’s, Martin’s Lower Prices On Thousands Of Items
Family Fare, VG’s Grocery and Martin’s Super Markets are reducing prices on grocery items throughout their stores heading into the summer grilling season, according to the three banners, all members of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies. At Family Fare and VG’s, the “New Lower Prices” – most of which are 6-15 percent lower […]
Posted inInternational Foods, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, National, News, Private Label Brands
C&S Wholesale Grocers Introduces Sol Select Private Label Brand
C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC has launched a new Hispanic private label brand, Sol Select, that includes more than 250 frozen, center store, household and dairy products. The collection is C&S’s latest offering in its OurBrands portfolio, which also includes Best Yet and Our Family. “Sol Select is the perfect addition to C&S’s private label portfolio – […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, News, Piggly Wiggly
Piggly Wiggly Completes Major Store Remodel In Racine, WI
Piggly Wiggly has completed a major refresh of its store at 4011 Durand Ave., one of three locations in Racine, Wisconsin, bringing expanded fresh offerings and refreshed departments. The remodel, the store’s most significant update in 15 years, focused on areas identified through customer and employee feedback during the upgrade. Improvements include expanded fresh departments, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
Family Fare Completes Remodels At 3 MI Stores
Family Fare has completed remodels at three of its locations in Calhoun County, Michigan, that align with the banner’s Spring Refresh campaign and bring upgrades to both in-store and online shopping experiences. The stores in Albion, Marshall and Pennfield each received expanded fresh departments designed to support meal planning and grab-and-go needs. Updates include elevated […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, News, Northeast
PFMA Adds C&S Wholesale Grocers Exec To Board Of Directors
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) has appointed Joy Sgro, VP and general manager at C&S Wholesale Grocers, to its board of directors. Sgro brings more than 40 years of experience in food and beverage wholesale distribution, merchandising and independent grocer support. “Supporting independent grocers has been the focus of my career, and I appreciate […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
Family Fare Completes Full-Store Remodel In Paw Paw, MI
The Family Fare supermarket in Paw Paw, Michigan has completed a full-store remodel, expanding its fresh food offerings and refreshing key departments at one of the community’s longest-standing grocery locations. The renovation focused on high-priority areas for shoppers, including expanded produce, an upgraded hot bar, enhanced beer, wine and liquor selections and a nostalgic candy […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, SpartanNash
Needler’s Fresh Market Opens New Store In Anderson, IN
Needler’s Fresh Market celebrated the grand opening of a new location March 20 in Anderson, Indiana, marking a milestone for the community and expanding grocery access on the city’s west side. Located at 2810 Nichol Ave., the store is the newest Needler’s Fresh Market in Ohio and Indiana. “Our goal is to be more than […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Finance News, News, Southeast
C&S Wholesale Grocers Signs Supply Agreement With Sedano’s Supermarkets
Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers has signed an agreement with Sedano’s Supermarkets, becoming the primary supplier for the 32-store Hispanic grocery chain based in Hialeah, Florida. The deal includes distribution, transportation, procurement, merchandising and retail services for all Sedano’s locations, with C&S supplying an expansive assortment and mix. “We’re excited for our partnership with […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, SpartanNash
Family Fare Highlights Holiday Savings On Baking, Meal Essentials
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, is highlighting holiday savings at Family Fare stores across seven states, with deals on baking essentials and holiday meal ingredients. Family Fare’s baking aisle features Our Family brand products, including sugar ($2.49), flour ($1.99), sweetened condensed milk ($2.79), oil ($2.99) and baking […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Marketing News, National, News
C&S Wholesale Grocers Partners With Upside On Cash-Back Offers
C&S Wholesale Grocers is partnering with Upside to bring new and infrequent shoppers to company-owned stores like Piggly Wiggly and Grand Union, as well as independent grocers across its network, driving repeat visits and measurable sales growth. Upside, a digital marketplace that connects consumers with retailers through personalized cash-back offers, helps drive incremental sales and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, National, News, Northeast, SpartanNash
C&S Wholesale Grocers To Acquire SpartanNash
C&S Wholesale Grocers and SpartanNash have entered into a definitive merger agreement, which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies. C&S will acquire SpartanNash for a purchase price of $26.90 per share of SpartanNash common stock in cash, representing total consideration of $1.77 billion, including assumed net debt. The transaction price represents […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Southeast
C&S Wholesale Grocers Partners With AGS To Expand Wholesale Offerings
C&S Wholesale Grocers is partnering with Atlantic Grocery Supply (AGS), the grocery division of Pompano, Florida-based Sun Commodities Inc. (Sun Group), to provide wholesale supply solutions to retailers in the Caribbean and Central and South America. Sun Group has a history of supplying retailers throughout the Southeast and Caribbean. Founded in 1995, it has expanded […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, C&S Wholesale Grocers, News, Northeast
C&S Wholesale Grocers Relaunches Best Yet Private Label Brand
C&S Wholesale Grocers is relaunching its premiere brand Best Yet, offering a curated assortment of household staples with a fresh look. The new label comes with an expansive array of new product offerings, ensuring retail customers have quality choices over competitors. According to the retailer, Best Yet offers thousands of products that exceed their national […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, C&S Wholesale Grocers, National
Aldi Sells Southeastern Grocers To Private Investors
A group of private investors – led by Southeastern Grocers CEO and President Anthony Hucker and C&S Wholesale Grocers – has acquired SEG and its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners from Aldi U.S., which had purchased them in March. The agreement includes about 170 grocery stores under the two banners in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Merchandising News, Northeast, The Kroger Co.
C&S Wholesale Grocers’ EVP, Chief Procurement Officer Papaleo To Retire
Michael Papaleo, EVP and chief procurement officer for Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers, is retiring. He will continue to serve the company as a strategic advisor through the coming year. Mark McGowan, EVP of retail and CMO, will lead C&S’s merchandising organization. Andrew Connell, SVP of procurement, will lead all procurement, demand planning and inbound planning. […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Corporate Store News, National
Kroger, Albertsons Share Updated Divestiture Plan With C&S
The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies have amended their agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers for the sale of assets in connection with their proposed merger previously announced on Oct. 14. This amended package modifies and builds on the initial divestiture package that was announced on Sept. 8. The amended divestiture package responds to concerns raised by federal and state antitrust regulators […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Corporate Store News, National
C&S To Purchase 413 Stores From Kroger, Albertsons Proposed Merger
C&S Wholesale Grocers has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase 413 stores, eight distribution centers and two offices that have become available in connection with the proposed merger of The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies Inc. Subject to fulfillment of customary closing conditions, including FTC and other governmental clearance, and the completion of the […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Northeast
Winn To Succeed Palmer As CEO Of C&S Wholesale Grocers
Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers has announced that CEO Bob Palmer will retire on Oct. 2, with Chief Operating Officer Eric Winn succeeding him. Palmer, who will continue to serve on C&S’ board of directors, will work with Winn in the months ahead to ensure a smooth transition. Since his appointment as CEO in […]