The Evolution of the Private Label Food Industry: A Globally Grown Perspective

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1 The Evolution of the Private Label Food Industry: A Globally Grown Perspective

2 Table of Contents 03 Current Private Label Issues Faced by Grocery Retailers 04 Different Market Maturities 06 Different Consumer Incomes 08 Global Consumer Income Trends Affecting Private Label 10 Different Consumer Expectations 14 The Savvy Shopper 15 How Private Label Addresses Savvy Shoppers Needs 18 Taking Private Label Further 20 References 1

3 Balance of power moving towards shopper Current Private Label Issues Faced by Grocery Retailers Global market for private label food products is worth 1.25 trillion Euros Private label average annual growth rate in Europe is 4.1% 01 The highly competitive global market for private label groceries faces an opportunity to expand even further by promptly and thoughtfully responding to consumers needs. The sluggish global economy and shoppers permanent shift to value-seeking behavior create conditions that favorably position grocery retailers and food manufacturers for private label growth. During this period of transition, Nielsen notes the balance of power in grocery retail has shifted in recent decades from the manufacturer to the retailer and is now moving towards the shopper. 02 With thirty eight countries comprising more than 70% of the global private label food market and consumers spending nearly 1.25 trillion Euros annually in the private label food industry, there has been a surge of focus and responsibility re-directed toward the consumer. The private label industry within 38 countries has grown from 21.3% market share in 2013, to 24.7% market share in 2014 alone. This is only partially representative of the expansion and transformation within the marketplace and buying behaviors. To succeed in the private label market, grocery retailers and manufacturers must have a deep understanding of the ever-changing demands of their and their competitors consumers. To win, these companies must be more responsive to consumers evolving needs, giving consumers what they want, when they want it. This report will outline current private label issues faced by grocery retailers, how these issues impact retailers and manufacturers, and provide suggestions on how to adapt to emerging trends to take private label growth even further. 2 3

4 Different Market Maturities The largest markets for private label products are found primarily in the more mature European retail markets. According to Nielsen, retailer own-brand sales now account for at least 30% of total products sold in 15 European markets, the largest share ever. 03 Private label still has much room for growth, especially in North America and developing markets, where penetration is still relatively low. Chart shows the Private Label Share of Total Retail Sales Volume by Country (2013) (Source: Nielsen, PLMA, IRI) Europe dominates private label market share and developing countries have lower market penetration. 53% 51% 45% 44% 42% 41% 36% 29% Switzerland Spain U.K. Portugal Germany Belgium France Netherlands Recent global trends for private label: U.K. is the birthplace of private label, and the market is mature. Over the next five years, IGD expects the U.K. grocery market to grow by 16.3% to 203bn. 04 Aldi, ASDA, Morrisons and Tesco are spending more on marketing to help their private label brands break through the clutter. Private label now accounts for 50% or more of sales among the big four retailers (Tesco, Sainsbury s, ASDA and Morrisons). 05 France is a mature market for private label. In a recent survey by Euromonitor International, nearly a quarter (23%) of French consumers said they intend to purchase private label products over the next 12 months. 06 French consumers grocery buying decisions are often based on health and wellness considerations, and the origin and quality of ingredients, rather than price % 19% Canada Poland Switzerland and Spain are the only countries in which more than half of grocery products sold are private label, due to the growth strategies of leading retailers Migros and Mercadona. 08,09 18% 17% U.S. Italy Spain and Greece saw the biggest unit growth for private label in 2013, due to the difficult economic situation, including high unemployment and austerity measures, and the effective strategies employed by grocery retailers to adapt to consumers new challenges % 13% Australia Turkey Canada is the leading private label grocery market outside Western Europe by market penetration. In Canada, every fourth product bought is on retailers own brand % 7% Argentina Brazil U.S. sales of private label groceries are projected to grow 36% to $133 billion in 2016, up from $98 billion in The growth can primarily be attributed to the recession, since private label brands tend to be more affordable. 12 6% 3% Russia China Developing countries have gained greater exposure to private label through retail expansion. However, social stigma limits private label penetration and growth in such countries as China, India, and Malaysia

5 Different Consumer Incomes The global economic downturn has led to a new normal, according to McKinsey & Co. In recent years, consumers have become more accustomed to cutting back, saving money and cooking at home rather than eating out. 14 Now private label appeals to everyone from the rich to the poor, according to international brand consultants and former BBDO advertising executives Keith Lincoln and Lars Thomassen. They state, No single brand can claim such a democratic acceptance. They found that in Europe, private label represents an almost equal share of spend across income divides, with 32% in lower-income households and 28% in higher-income households. By offering a mix of variety and value, private label has evolved into a strategic tool to drive differentiation, engage diverse shoppers and respond more quickly to emerging consumer trends. Now private label represents a choice to purchase quality products at varying price points. 15 To appeal to consumers of varying income levels, many grocery retailers have extended their range of private label products below standard goods into economy goods and above standard goods into premium and luxury goods. This assortment strategy aligns with consumer demand, as research by the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) shows 43% of consumers will buy more based on greater private label variety. In the U.K., where private label is well-established and sophisticated, higher-income households actually allocate more of their CPG spending to private label. 18 The diverse, three-tiered good/better/best model used by U.K. retailers like Tesco has improved the image of private label as a whole. Now consumers of all income levels can choose to save money or opt for indulgence. Increasingly, private label sub-brands, such as Tesco Finest, are being professionally marketed. The following table shows how U.K. retailers use sub-brands to attract consumers across different income levels. 19 The second table shows Tesco, ASDA and Sainsbury s well-established healthier, organic and allergy ranges. 20 The following table shows how U.S. grocery retailer Whole Foods Markets strategically develops private- label brands to appeal to different consumer income levels. 16,17 Retailer Value Sub-Brand Standard Sub-Brand Premium Sub-Brand Tesco Everyday-Value Tesco Finest ASDA Smart Price Chosen by You Extra Special Sainsbury s Basics by Sainsbury s Taste the Difference Morrisons M Savers Morrisons M Signature Private Label Segment Whole Foods Private Label Line Positioning Retailer Healthy Organic Allergy Economy ( good ) 365 Everyday Value and 365 Everyday Value Organic These private label lines use an everyday low price strategy, yet they benefit from the company s overall brand image for first-class quality, natural and organic ingredients. Tesco Healthy Living Tesco Organic freefrom ASDA Good for You ASDA Organic freefrom Sainsbury s Be Good to Yourself SO Organic freefrom Standard ( better ) Premium ( best ) Whole Foods Market Whole Catch This flagship private label brand aligns with and supports the master (retail) brand, including a commitment to quality, healthy lifestyles and sustainability. This private label line of premium seafood brings differentiation to the category and fulfills unmet consumer needs, including exotic flavors like Coconut Shrimp. Given that all three U.K. retailers in the table use variations of freefrom as a sub-brand for their allergy ranges, there is an opportunity for retailers to differentiate themselves by creating a unique private label allergy sub-brand. To attract a broad range of income levels, retailers are defining brands based on emotional attributes rather than standing for low prices. U.S. retailer Trader Joe s distinctive private label brands appeal to a carefree and happy attitude through humor, and a relaxed, laid-back Hawaiian spirit. 21 Retailers with best-in-class private label brands also develop a distinct, consistent visual identity. In the U.K. and Northern Europe, middle and higher income households are increasingly embracing discounters, including German retailers Aldi and Lidl, as their products exemplify value and are increasingly being accepted as exemplifying quality. 22 According to Store Brands Decisions, non-private label, tier-ii grocery brands that compete against tier-i manufacturers are being squeezed by the major national brands. In addition, these non-private label, tier-ii brands are being squeezed by premium private label from above and below by a whole portfolio of store brands, ranging from value and discount brands to diverse niche and targeted private label. In response, retailers are increasing and rebranding their private label ranges

6 Global Consumer Income Trends Affecting Private Label U.S.: Although income groups differ slightly in their perception of private label the highestincome shoppers are more skeptical about the quality of store brand snacks, beverages and ice cream all shoppers weigh their savings options to decide between quality and price. Also, the weak economy has led consumers to embrace lower-priced alternatives. 24 France: The private label premium segment grew 3.3%, while the private label economy segment fell by 2.0% in 2013, as French shoppers look for quality more than price. 25 These consumers also want increased transparency and local sourcing as well. The decrease in the private label economy can be attributed to National Brand products succeeding in their brand promotions. U.K.: Standard (vs. economy or premium) private label remains the largest segment. However, as the U.K. emerges from the recession, consumers are increasingly willing to spend on the premium segment, which is therefore experiencing the highest growth. 26 Netherlands: Retailers are focusing on the value segment of private label to combat discounters who have convinced shoppers that their products cost less and offer good quality. 27 Germany: Discounters hold two-thirds of private label sales. Retailers face the challenge to add value and change the perception that private label must always be low price. 28 Italy: Italian shoppers disposable income fell when value-added tax (VAT) rose to 21% and raw material prices increased product cost. Italian consumers now hunt for the best value. 29 Greece: The dire economy greatly benefited private label, which appeals to less affluent shoppers. On average, these products are 45% less expensive than national brands

7 Different Consumer Expectations Age impacts expectations Three distinct generations are driving massive change in grocery private label and CPG. Millennials (born ) account for over 80 million consumers in the U.S. alone, according to Accenture. 31 This major cohort represents a significant lifetime value for grocery retailers that successfully capture their loyalty, as Nielsen states, the age at which a consumer engages with a brand is critical to longevity. 32 IRI found nearly 90% of millennials purchase private label brands, with 71% citing value for the money as the main reason compared to national brands. Significantly, 80-90% of millennials use social media. They measure above average for being influenced by digital information when making brand decisions, and use digital word of mouth to share about brands. 33 Grocery retailers are increasingly using online and social media channels to reach and influence shoppers, including millennials, who spend a significant amount of their time online engaged in social media channels. These digital communication vehicles also help retailers gain market insights by engaging directly with consumers. Euromonitor International found private label brands have become more consumercentric, with retailers increasingly involving customers in product and packaging design via social media campaigns. 34 Generation X (born late ), particularly those aged 33-44, are more likely than other age groups to have increased their purchases of private label products over the past year. Euromonitor International attributes this trend to the fact that consumers in this age bracket are more likely to have young children and a tendency to seek ways to stretch every dollar. 35 Marketing preferences The way in which grocery retailers market private label goods also impacts consumers in-store decisions. Chris Morrison, Chief Marketing Officer for Trace One, found the following factors important when consumers make purchasing decisions among private label grocery brands: Confidence in a brand s integrity Assurance of food quality and safety Competitive pricing Corporate responsibility Access to diverse product offerings Innovative and convenient packaging As baby boomers (born ) approach retirement age, they drive demand for health and wellness food products. This generation is more likely to demand differentiated private label product lines aimed at controlling such health problems as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease

8 Convenience: Nielsen found that although brands are somewhat important to shoppers, convenience is paramount. When shoppers were asked if they would change stores if their favorite brand was unavailable, only approximately one in five said yes. As Lincoln and Thomassen summarize, The king of convenience almost always rules over brand power. 37 Competitive pricing: The lengthy economic downturn has made aggressive pricing strategies commonplace. Shoppers in Europe and North America are now less loyal to brands and retailers; they hunt for and expect bargains. 38 Research by PLMA shows 46% of consumers will buy more private label based on special offers. 39 German retailers are strategically increasing the price of their premium and standard private label products at the expense of their economy lines. 40 Conversely, retailers in the Netherlands, including market leader Albert Heijn, are focusing more on the value end of the market. 41 Compelling packaging: Packaging innovation has helped to elevate the image of private label and position these products in direct competition with national brands. IGD found retailers use of unique, differentiated packaging designs, bring more personality and emotion to point of sale material, allowing private label products to stand out on the shelf. 42 Cross-category solutions: Private label has helped to inspire innovative cross-category solutions, bringing excitement and fresh thinking to the shelves. According to IGD, U.K. grocery retailer ASDA invested 15m to expand its successful Butcher s Selection sub-brand across its entire fresh meat range, following an initial focus on steaks. With fresh meat a key purchase for many shoppers, this initiative had wider benefits on quality perceptions across ASDA s entire fresh food offer. 43 Digital engagement: Consumers can now use online, mobile and social media platforms to interact with retailers and shop. In the U.S., 40% of online shoppers want to receive real-time offers via their smartphones while they shop; a third of U.S. consumers want to use their smartphones to find items within a store. 44 In the U.K., online shopping will be the fastest growing channel over the next five years, more than doubling sales by 2019 to 16.9bn, due in part to Click-and- Collect e-commerce programs. In select U.S. cities, AmazonFresh is disrupting the grocery landscape with same-day home delivery of fresh groceries to appeal to consumer demand for convenience and the increasing use of online shopping. Social responsibility: Consumers pay attention to labels ethical and environmental claims, which impact brand perception. Nielsen found 42% of Americans want to support socially-responsible companies even when their products cost more. Companies with sustainability claims on packaging earned twice the average sales increase as products with no such claims; companies that promote sustainability through marketing experienced a 5% sales jump. 45 Whole Foods Market s commitment to the environment and local communities has made the brand a destination private label for exclusive, premium products. Private label brands and manufacturers should consider how to offer added value through their own social responsibility initiatives. 42 % of Americans want to support socially-responsible companies even when their products cost more Dietary preferences Local sourcing: Local food is becoming essential to grocery retailers to attract and retain shoppers, strengthen private label products and become a destination brand. Beyond supporting the local economy, consumers value how local food has less distance to travel, increasing its perceived freshness. Consulting firm A.T. Kearney found the majority of grocery shopper respondents think more highly of retailers that carry local food and will consider switching retailers to find better local food selections. In addition, 70% of respondents said they would pay a premium for local food. 46 Sainsbury s selects British food and drink manufacturers, including Hain Daniels for premium chilled desserts. 47 In France each Carrefour hypermarket works with an average of 100 local producers. 48 Organic and natural: As affordable natural and organic products become more available, consumers want retailers to uphold product standards. Whole Foods has amassed a loyal following of shoppers in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. for its high-quality natural and organic food selections, which include more than 2400 private label products. 49 In the U.K., Tesco Organic and Sainsbury s SO Organic lines appeal to this growing niche. In 2013, France s Carrefour opened its first store completely dedicated to organic products in the heart of Paris. Mindfulness of food sensitivities: To appeal to shoppers with food allergies, sensitivities and production preferences, U.K. retailer Sainsbury s launched its freefrom range of private label products, including gluten-, wheat- and dairy-free items, in Competitor Tesco s Free From offerings include gluten-, wheat-, milk-, egg- and dairy-free products. Whole Foods Market committed to informing consumers about whether its products contain geneticallymodified organisms (GMOs). By 2018, all products in its U.S. and Canadian stores must be labeled to indicate whether they contain GMOs; its U.K. stores already require such labelling

9 The Savvy Shopper Nielsen found consumers worldwide shop at an average of two to three different types of stores to fulfill their grocery needs 51 ; Deloitte found the U.S. average was five different stores. 52 The reason is few stores offer the mix of value, quality, and private label brands that consumers desire. Booz & Company also found consumers shop around to benefit from the best grocery deals. 53 Since savvy shoppers have become accustomed to affordable groceries, value increasingly influences their purchase decisions. Now value extends beyond pricing to positive consumer interactions and shopping experiences. Retailers can make the shopping experience easier and more convenient by delivering the value consumers want. Variety in product offerings Today s savvy shoppers demand: Variety in product offerings: They want the choice of both private label and national brand selections that reflect their demographic, dietary and marketing preferences. In 2014, consumers ranked Trader Joe s, ALDI, H-E-B, Kroger and Hy-Vee the best among North American grocery retailers for shopper satisfaction and shoppers likelihood to refer that grocer. 54 All five retailers offer a broad selection of private label products. Accurate information: Consumers want retailers to reliably offer a seamless, efficient shopping experience. Even seemingly small details, including correct in-store signage and point-of-sale product information, can make a big difference by helping to minimize shoppers time assessing products and waiting in the checkout line. According to Capgemini, 74% of consumers consider it important that product information is trustworthy. 55 Accountability: Consumers want quality and consistency from retailers brands from the shopping experience to private label and suppliers products. They want to choose food providers that always deliver on safety and integrity. Savvy shoppers also use online and social media resources to research products, learn from word of mouth and share their own shopping experiences, influencing brand loyalty. Competitive pricing: Savvy shoppers want a range of price points among private label products, including value, standard and premium, to offer combinations of savings and quality without unnecessary costs built into the price. How Private Label Addresses Savvy Shoppers Needs To address consumers needs, retailers use several different approaches to private label development, including codeveloping products with manufacturers, owning production facilities, using brokers and applying a value chain strategy aimed at controlling such health problems as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. Private Label Approach Codevelopment/ Outsourcing Own production facilities Brokers Value chain strategy Definition Retailer develops products by working with national brand and/ or niche manufacturers Retailer owns production plants and manufactures its own products Retailer works with brokers who often represent small or niche manufacturers Retailers decide whether they or their supply chain partners are responsible for different activities within the value chain Examples U.K. market leader Tesco won an Own Label Award in 2011 for outsourcing production of a specialty cheese to a manufacturer from southwest France. 56 Morrisons is the UK s 4th largest grocer but is uniquely vertically integrated in that it owns a signifiant number of food production and manufacture facilities. The retailer is the second largest producer of Fresh Foods in the UK, with a goal of becoming the largest in Empire Foods is a corporate brand broker for all perishables for U.S.-based The Kroger Company; Whole Foods Market and Publix also use brokers. 58,59 Spain s market leader, Mercadona, signed long-term agreements with manufacturers in its supply chain to form mutually-beneficial partnerships. 60 Accountability Today s savvy shoppers demand Accurate information Competitive Pricing 14 15

10 Looking closer at the private label approaches shows how each one measures up to retailers ability to meet the savvy shopper s needs. Codevelopment Retailer Owns Production Facilities Brokers Value Chain Strategy Advantages Advantages Advantages Advantages Variety: Retailers can optimize range assortment by finding and stocking products consumers want by working with manufacturers Low prices/cost savings: Retailer does not require a capital investment Fastest speed-to-market: Facilities already exist Product and consumer knowledge: National brand or small, quality manufacturers use their deep product expertise and rich consumer knowledge Brand equity: The manufacturer may already be well-known within the category Innovation: ALDI challenged Berner s Food & Beverage to create a ready-to-drink pumpkin spice latte; both companies earned a gigantic win 61 Variety: Greater control over price, upstream suppliers and brand protection Differentiation: Exclusive private label offerings boost consumer loyalty Cost savings: Retailers cut manufacturers out of the supply chain, leading to lower prices Accuracy: Internal systems and processes tend to be standardized, improving accuracy and a smoother information flow Speed-to-market: Faster speed-to-market over the long term Innovation: Product and packaging differentiation can be more of a focal point Variety: Brokers have access to niche manufacturers whose products match consumers needs Speed-to-market: Retailers can capitalize on niche products that already exist Innovation: Deep product knowledge and category insight Variety: Joint business planning and optimizing product development processes help retailers increase their portfolio Pricing: Each function within the supply chain is performed by the company best suited to do it, minimizing costs and improving efficiencies Expertise and innovation: Each partner focuses on their strengths, which may free up time to create new products Accountability: Partners gain insight into the sourcing and buying processes Accuracy: Retailers work with manufacturers and their suppliers in an effort to exchange correct product information and relevant consumer insights Disadvantages Disadvantages Disadvantages Disadvantages Accuracy: Retailers work with a large number of manufacturers and the companies tend to use different, non-standard processes, creating inefficiency and potential for error Accountability: The retailer is removed from the suppliers used by manufacturers, a potential risk to brand integrity Silos: Companies may be reluctant to share data and consumer insights even if both sides would benefit from transparency High start-up costs: Expensive up-front capital investment required, which may lead to higher prices Accuracy: Limited transparency with suppliers and risk of error, as suppliers may use non-standard processes Expertise: Retailers can sometimes lack deep product knowledge across all categories Speed to market: Steep learning curve leads to slower speed-to-market up-front Increased cost/prices: Retailers use an extra layer of supply chain partners Accountability: Harder for retailers to assess manufacturers and suppliers integrity, as retailers are further removed, impacting brand management. A decrease in transparency can also be experienced Accuracy: Brokers must deal with numerous small manufacturers who may lack current or standardized product data sharing processes Effort: Collaborating with partners and improving transparency takes time and commitment Speed-to-market: Up-front efforts to align and integrate two independent companies may slow the speed-to-market initially While each of the private label development approaches offers benefits for consumers and businesses alike, the collaborative value chain strategy appears to offer winning outcomes in areas that savvy shoppers care about most

11 Taking Private Label Further Regardless of the private label approach used, retailers need to collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to profitably deliver what savvy shoppers want, including a mix of private label and national brands. Such consumer-centric collaboration reduces supply chain costs and improves customer experience, according to Ernst & Young. 62 Sharing data, insights and skills creates value through better category management. It also reduces costs by improving efficiency through supply chain and process improvements. According to research by the Grocery Manufacturers Association, McKinsey & Co and Nielsen, the most successful consumer packaged goods manufacturers by market share are five times more likely to view retailer collaboration as a strategic priority than less successful ones. 63 Data-driven insights Collaboration helps retailers and manufacturers benefit from: Data-driven insights: To attract today s more demanding consumers, trading partners need intelligence and deep insights into shopper behaviors, needs and buying patterns. Using a single, shared view of consumers helps trading partners gain visibility, analyze their target markets and make better decisions. Variety planning: Since retailers and manufacturers already compete for the same shelf space, collaboration would unite each company s strengths, data and consumer insights. The result would be a holistic approach to category management to avoid duplication and drive better growth. Innovation: By working together, trading partners can focus on developing innovative, relevant and timely products that delight and retain consumers, and drive customer acquisition. To ensure the ongoing success of private label programs, retailers need to focus on new strategies, processes and tools. According to Accenture, 83% of retailers plan to use Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools to support their private label programs. 64 PLM tools help businesses strategically collaborate, manage and share product information across and between organizations. These tools integrate people, processes and business systems across all stages of a product s life from product concept to end of life. To respond effectively to the emerging consumer and competitive forces in today s grocery private label market, retailers should consider adopting PLM tools. While several PLM tools exist, the most effective ones enable collaboration among trading partners up and down the supply chain, including retailers, manufacturers and suppliers. Trace One, a global provider of collaborative PLM tools, has received input from retailers using these tools, that they experience: Development time of private label products reduced by one to three months Purchase price reduction of % Productivity increase by 50-60% Visibility into private label supply chains increased 95% reduction in food crises response time Decrease time to market An increase in product portfolio By using collaborative PLM tools, retailers, manufacturers and even suppliers can help private label evolve by pooling their capabilities and insights to differentiate their offerings, develop a competitive advantage and, most importantly, give consumers what they want today and over the long term. Collaboration benefits Variety Planning Innovation 18 19

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