Feb 3, 2023|
Dutch Retailer Blokker Expands Cooperation with JD.com’s Ochama
by Yuchuan Wang
From February 1, Ochama customers will be able to pick up their orders at an additional 50 Blokker stores in the Netherlands. The expanded partnership reflects the successful pilot project launched in May 2022 between Ochama and the leading Dutch non-food retailer to open third-party Ochama pick-up points in offline Blokker stores.
All the new pick-up points are located in city centers and on shopping streets, with easy access to shoppers. Supplies are made directly from Ochama’s distribution center.
“And it won’t stop there,” said Jeanine Holscher, CEO of Blokker. “We expect to set up Ochama pick-up points in many more stores in the coming months.” According to Jeanine, this cooperation fits well with the changing role of Blokker in the shopping scene.
“Costs are getting higher and we see people’s shopping behavior changing,” she added. “We are responding to this by giving a new role to our stores. For example, we are shipping more and more online orders through the store. And by setting up Ochama pick-up points in Blokker’s stores, we are adding even more relevance to our stores and additional traffic directed from Ochama’s webshop and app.”
Jeanine believes that in doing so, Blokker’s assortment is seamlessly connected with Ochama’s assortment, creating an optimal and omni-channel shopping experience to provide satisfying shopping experiences for customers.
“We are honored to expand the cooperation with Blokker in bringing more Ochama pick-up points to its stores to enrich the shopping scenarios for customers in the Netherlands,” said Pass Lei, a senior executive at Ochama. “Through the cooperation, customers will be able to get the things they need when they need them the most with a hassle-free shopping experience.”
Blokker has a network of more than 400 stores in the Netherlands including more than 50 franchised stores, and a webshop with an assortment of more than 500,000 items.
As an innovative retail brand launched by retail giant JD.com in 2022 in Europe, Ochama offers a one-stop omni-channel shopping experience for both food and non-food products such as home appliances, home living, electronics, fashion and more.
Nov 7, 2024|
CIIE 2024: JD.com to Expand Imports of Specialty Brands, Strengthen Healthcare Partnerships, and Enhance Logistics
At the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) on November 5, JD Super, the supermarket division of JD.com, announced a major initiative to broaden its selection of imported specialty. Over the next three years, JD Super plans to introduce over 1,000 new international brands to meet the increasing demand for high-quality, diverse imported goods.
Meeting the Growing Demand for Quality Imports
According to JD Worldwide’s “White Paper on 2024 China Cross-Border Consumption Trends,” more than 80% of Chinese consumers are interested in imported products, with many prioritizing authenticity, quality, and fast delivery. In response, JD has significantly expanded its range of international offerings. During the ongoing Singles’ Day Grand Promotion, sales of cross-border products have surged, with more than 600 brands experiencing a sales increase of over 100% compared to last year.
Strengthening High-Quality Food Partnerships
Demonstrating JD.com’s commitment to sourcing high-quality products, JD Super signed a new procurement agreement at CIIE with Huadong Foods and Teys, a major Australian beef brand under Cargill. Under this agreement, JD Super and Huadong Foods will procure $50 million of Teys beef throughout 2025. This partnership underscores JD’s strategy of collaborating with trusted suppliers to provide high-quality, affordable beef to Chinese consumers.
Delivering Authentic Global Goods Efficiently
JD Logistics has built a robust logistics network that spans bonded, direct mail, and overseas warehouses, facilitating fast deliveries of imported items across categories such as electronics, fashion, beauty, food, and baby products. In many major cities, delivery times have been reduced to under 48 hours.
For instance, JD Super’s partnership with Raub of Malaysia enables the import of Musang King durians, which are harvested at peak ripeness and air-shipped with cold chain logistics for delivery within 24 hours. Additionally, JD.com also secured an early supply of Chilean cherries, available since October, which can be delivered in as little as 30 minutes in many areas through JD NOW, its on-demand retail service.
JD.com’s “JD National Pavilions” program, which features over 150 country-themed flagship stores from more than 70 countries and regions, continues to be a cornerstone of its import strategy. Supported by embassies and reputable organizations, this initiative offers Chinese consumers access to premium products and cultural experiences from around the world. In April, JD launched the JD National Pavilion of Mali, introducing popular items like shea butter and garnering over 40,000 followers.
Expanding Healthcare and Logistics Partnerships
JD Health is also making strides at CIIE by strengthening partnerships with leading global healthcare companies, including Merck, Bayer, and Roche. As “China’s premier online health access point,” JD Health is committed to integrating digital and physical healthcare resources to improve access and convenience for patients.
Key collaborations include initiatives with Haleon to promote brain health and anti-aging for the “silver economy,” with MSD China on a digital diabetes management model, and with Teva Pharmaceuticals to provide patient education for conditions such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and Huntington’s disease (HD).
On the logistics front, JD Logistics announced plans to double its overseas warehouse space by 2025 and expand its network of bonded and direct mail warehouses. JD Express now serves over 60 countries, enhancing cross-border delivery efficiency and supporting both brands and consumers.
Through these efforts, JD.com reaffirms its commitment to sourcing and delivering authentic, high-quality imported products to Chinese consumers, supported by an advanced supply chain that ensures a superior shopping experience.
(vivian.yang@jd.com)
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