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NISA: YOUR PARTNER OF CHOICE NISA IS THE PARTNER OF CHOICE FOR MANY AWARD-WINNING RETAILERS ACROSS THE UK, PROVIDING AN ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH INDEPENDENT RETAILERS CAN FLOURISH.
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isa is proud to work with many multi award-winning stores including Pinkie Farm, Greens of Markinch and David’s Kitchen to name a few, making us the proven partner of choice for market-leading, independently minded retailers. The role of the independent retailer has never been so important as it is currently with the outbreak of Covid-19 and we are extremely proud to be supporting some excellent, innovative convenience retailers during these unprecedented times. Nisa’s wholesale operation provides an environment in which independent retailers can really flourish. Since joining forces with the Coop in 2018, the structure brings enhanced buying
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capability, allowing Nisa partners to trade their businesses in the way they choose, backed by competitive prices and promotions with access to a deeper range including Co-op’s award-winning, own brand products. With Nisa, retailers have the option to operate under a symbol fascia; Nisa Local or Nisa Extra, or dual-branded, whereby a Nisa partner can maintain their own identity whilst also benefiting from the strength of the Nisa brand. Alternatively, a retailer can trade under their own independent fascia. Through its latest Evolution store format, Nisa offers flexibility to retailers with a more modular development format which accommodates the individual demographic and shopping missions of each store. The concept considers emerging trends to create a store design that demonstrates to retailers how best to capture additional footfall and spend while setting themselves apart from the competition. The Evolution format has seen great success, with retailers on average achieving a 12% uplift in sales since conversion. Nisa provides a complete support package
