That’s why we constantly strive for excellence and are here to help you do the same. What’s more, our people are an extension of your team. When you join SPAR, you get a business development team, a marketing team, a merchandising team… and so much more.
Here are just a few of the ways our people help your business (and your people) grow.
Investment in People Development
SPAR UK and the five wholesale groups invest in top talent and people development. Our talented team members across the SPAR businesses provide a wealth of experience and expert knowledge to ensure we deliver forward-thinking business plans aiming to drive your sales growth and increase your cash profit.
Develop your team with top class training
When you join SPAR, you’ll gain access to a range of top-class training programmes for both you and your team. As a result, many of our store owners and team members are regularly recognised with prestigious award wins at multiple elite industry events.
- SPAR Inspire Leaders Programme (UK)
- SPAR International Future Leaders Programme
- Global networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities through resource and events
One-to-one business support for your store
Advice, reassurance, guidance. It’s all on hand thanks to one to one, dedicated business support teams. They’ll keep you informed of the latest developments, opportunities and need-to-know info for your store. What’s more, they’re supported by our wider team, drawing on a wealth of knowledge and insights to give you the guidance you need. And because we know you’re busy, all our support is tailored to suit a time and format that works for you.
You’ll also have the chance to stay up to date with the latest business opportunities and sales growth ideas by attending recommended business events and exclusive SPAR conferences, international events and trade shows.
SPAR offers all the support you need to succeed. Find out more about the many benefits joining SPAR brings and register your interest.
SPAR is the symbol group in the UK supported by five regional distribution centres.
Celebrating 10 years of consecutive growth, today more convenience store shoppers consider SPAR stores as a destination to purchase their groceries ahead of other symbol groups (YouGov Shopper Research Q1 2020).
SPAR offers all the support you need to succeed. Read more about the many benefits joining SPAR brings...
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Efficient Supply ChainLogistics services that get stock to your store when you need it. 24-hour lead times. 98.5% availability. We’re committed to keeping you stocked. Even when times are tough. Learn more about robust supply chain from SPAR.
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Store Designs & InnovationGet the competitive edge with innovative store formats designed and merchandised based on data-driven shopper insights. Developed and delivered by experience award winning design team.
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Marketing SupportThe global brand behind your local store. SPAR invests £millions in seasonal promotional plans, sports sponsorship and digital marketing to attract more shoppers to your store and grow your sales.
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Exclusive SPAR ProductsSPAR brand products are developed by a team of dedicated food experts. Increase profits with an exclusive and award-winning own-label range your shoppers can only buy in SPAR.
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Social ResponsibilityOur local communities are at the heart of everything we do, that's why social responsibility is so important to us. Join SPAR and take part in many health, well being, community and sustainability activities.
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In-Store ServicesFood-To-Go, Fuel, Post Office and more. Enhance your store with a range of services, tailored to the needs of your shoppers. We can provide assistance in developing relationships with multiple service providers.
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SPAR WholesalersLocal business partners who understand your needs. 522 combined years of service across our 5 regional wholesale businesses. Bringing a whole lot of talent, support and experience to your store.
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Global Brand Delivered LocallyGlobal brand benefits, local independence. That’s why SPAR was voted the Retailers’ Favourite in 2019. Learn from SPAR colleagues from 48 other countries and take your retailing to the next level.
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People SupportAward-winning people, award-winning results. From one-to-one business development support to leadership training we provide support not just for you but for your entire team. Join SPAR to grow your business.
