A consortium of private investors purchased Southeastern Grocers in February, bringing some of its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket stores back from Aldi, which initially purchased them about a year ago. Southeastern Grocers asserted “a renewed momentum to [reinvest] in the store fleet and build new stores in high-growth areas.” Aldi plans to continue converting some stores, including Winn-Dixie liquor stores, but changes to previously announced plans are underway. Here’s what we know.
How many Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket stores will Aldi convert?
Aldi plans to convert 220 stores still, despite Southeastern Grocers maintaining 170 stores now.
Which Winn-Dixie stores belong to Southeastern Grocers?
SEG will own and operate approximately 170 grocery stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi.
When will Aldi finish converting stores?
The Aldi conversion process is set to be finished by 2027.
What changes will Southeastern Grocers make?
“As SEG continues to evolve, our leadership team is actively exploring the future of our Store Support Center,” said Meredith Hurley, senior director of communications and community for Southeastern Grocers. “Our company and our nearly century-long legacy is firmly rooted in the State of Florida.”
Will my Winn-Dixie rewards still work?
The Rewards program will continue to be active and available for shoppers at the 170 remaining Winn-Dixie locations.
Will Winn-Dixie pharmacies be open now?
Southeastern Grocers entered into separate agreements to transfer prescription files to certain CVS Pharmacies and Walgreens. The transfer of these pharmacy files was completed before the end of 2023.
Will Winn-Dixie liquor stores remain open now?
The agreement for Southeastern Grocers to acquire 170 stores included the acquisition of the existing liquor business. Additional details about other locations will be shared as plans are finalized.
Will Southeastern Grocers brand products still be available at Winn-Dixie?
Product lines including Essentials, Naturally Better, SE Grocers, Prestige, Know & Love and Chek soda, which offer nearly 8,000 items, will still be available.
Which Winn-Dixie stores belong to Aldi and which belong to Southeastern Grocers?
A definitive list of which store locations will belong to which parent company has not yet been finalized. Hurley said associates will be told of those decisions first.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: After back and forth acquisitions, Southeastern Grocers will retain some Winn-Dixie stores
Reporting by Alexandria Mansfield, Jacksonville Florida Times-Union / Florida Times-Union
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