Sales & Marketing Strategies
develop turn-key programs that establish points of differentiation
that are critical to the survival of the independent operator in
today’s market
suggestive selling techniques
establish seasonal promos & sales building programs
how to market specific departments
analyze retails, competition, & perceived value
determine the “right” price point for all product
Administrative Infrastructure
improve office-to-store
communication
analyze gross profit results
implement labor budgets and forecasts
enhance POS administration
strengthen management training
build database
Database Construction
data & pricing integrity
the manager’s ultimate pricebook
counter clerks pricebooks
company generated order guides by vendor
inventory sheets
& results spreadsheet
recipe books & garnish guide
mandatory & core items list
scale guides
automated vendor notification
sign program
ad planning and TPR planning
Merchandising Philosophy
create a "destination food place" within your store where the
image is exciting & inviting - where food & service are paramount
sign and chalkboard packages
establish best mix to increase sales & gross profits
set merchandising pars
implement or enhance store level ordering
store level inventory control programs
hands on re-sets
Procurement & Vendor Partnering
negotiating and buying guidelines
mentorship program for buyers & managers
building high performance partnerships
ad & marketing strategies
new products, programs and private label opportunities
Expansion & Remodel Project Management
secure optimum operating procedures prior to expansion
facilitate all aspects of merchandising, equipment, design & flow
hiring and training support
Food Service
implement new or enhance existing food service programs
maximize product & ingredient cross-utilization
effectively Track & React to waste reports
menu design and recipe costing tools
access to over 200 pertinent recipes directly relating to the
independent merchant
sign program
Workshops and Customized Training
Inventory Management and The Purchasing Plan
Mix & Margin for Maximum Bottom Line $$$
Merchandising Philosophy
How to Develop a Demo Program
Customer Service and Selling Strategies for the Independent
Retailer
How to Make the “Perfect Sandwich” and other Customized Training
Programs
Human Resources
comprehensive screening and hiring tools
job descriptions and competencies
incentive and gain sharing programs
how to find and keep the right people
Manufacturing
product development
getting your product to market
database construction
(MAP ©)
category review and line extensions
merchandising support for your customer base
turn-key merchandising programs