Entries to the National Grocery Retail Awards 2024 will close on 29th May, so industry professionals are encouraged to enter today by visiting groceryretailawards.com.
The National Grocery Retail Awards honour best in class performance in retailing.
Winners of last year’s awards, which are organised by Checkout magazine, include SuperValu Rathgar, Aldi Ireland, and Keelings.
Categories include the award for Best Retail Group of the Year, Best Off-Licence, Best Cash & Carry and Best Sustainability Initiative.
The first round of judging for individual stores will see entrants assessed by an anonymous, independent shopper as they visit the store.
Stores that successfully reach the next round will have a member of the official judging panel conduct a second visit.
Judges will consider the results of both visits in their final decision.
Recognising that excellence extends beyond just the winners, Checkout will continue to offer the 'Highly Commended' award to honour local stores for their exceptional community service.
This accolade is awarded to stores that, while they may not be finalists, have achieved notable scores in our independent audits, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to customer service.
'Prestigious And Inclusive Awards'
Speaking about the return of the awards, the editor of Checkout magazine Maev Martin said, "The National Grocery Retail Awards are the most prestigious and inclusive awards for the grocery retail sector in Ireland."
"Since their inception in 2021, they have become one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the Irish grocery retail calendar."
Martin added, "The individual stores, retailers and suppliers who excel in the National Grocery Retail Awards are those that have demonstrated innovation and responsiveness to consumer trends.
"These are the hallmarks of a leading grocery supply and retail operation."
More information about the Grocery Retail Awards 2024, including how to enter, can be found on the official website: groceryretailawards.com.
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