Sirius Buying Group, one of the UK’s major buying groups in the electrical appliance and kitchen retail industry is delighted to announce its annual trade conference will take place on 17 May 2023, at the Concorde Conference Centre in Manchester.
Designed to bring everyone under one roof, the Sirius Conference is a central date in the industry’s events calendar, providing the independent retailer with exclusive promotions to increase margins, and leading appliance manufacturers with new business opportunities as they come together and improve their respective business models and future development plans.
Sirius Members will benefit from exclusive promotions and offers from Approved Suppliers to drive healthy sales throughout 2023 onwards, as well as tailored one-to-one business support from the team at Sirius. After a day of networking and planning, Members will enjoy some amazing hospitality at the Gala Awards Dinner. The awards ceremony will take place inside a purpose-built super hangar, so all guests can experience Concorde G-BOAC, the flagship of the British Airways fleet and aviation legend. Guests can also enjoy a trip on board the aircraft in order to get a real taste of what it was like to fly transatlantic faster than a bullet, and in the lap of luxury.
Steve Jones, Managing Director at Sirius Buying Group says, “We are looking forward to another great conference which will deliver an important opportunity for our members and suppliers to meet together and further develop their business and personal relationships. As the outlook for 2023 remains cautious, it is even more vital that we take advantage of key occasions like our Conference to learn from each other and explore new market avenues for business. Our high-profile pool of Approved Suppliers includes global brands as well as leading specialists in distribution, finance and systems management so Sirius Members can benefit from the very best deals to suit their needs both in the stockroom and front-of-house in their showrooms. The electrical retail sector is always ripe for reinvention, and I believe that our suppliers’ latest product developments will appeal to consumers at all price points such as energy-efficient appliances, which are intuitive and beautifully integrated into the kitchen and utility zones.”
Mark Veysey, Head of Operations at Sirius Buying Group says “The strength of our community is testament to our unrivalled understanding of both the independent retailer and the market’s changing needs. With over 190+ Sirius Members nationwide we bring businesses of all sizes together so that owners can benefit from peer-to-peer support as well as confidential coaching and mentoring. We know that every business is as unique as the community it serves so we are proud to be a container for growth and opportunity while you have the freedom to lean into our team’s industry-wide expertise however you wish.”
With house prices falling for the first time since 2012 and inflation riding high, independent retailers will need to show every customer how the latest products can help save time, money and effort as well as enhancing quality of life.
Steve adds, “The increased cost of living is impacting us all and this includes spending on home improvements. Retailers therefore need to be sensitive when discussing payment plans, credit and insurance options as well as providing open and honest advice so that clients can make the right decision for their circumstances. Your ability to be supportive and understanding will underpin every part of the customer journey – whether it begins online, on the phone or in person. As disruption and uncertainty have become the new normal in the supply chain, be frank about stock availability, lead times and installation dates to build trust and show that you are serious and dependable. We always remember the people who come through for us, and our members as independents are renowned for their high level of service, transparency and personal touch which continues to boost their referral rate and reputation as a retailer of excellence in their area. Online platforms make word of mouth spread further and faster than ever before, so this is of even greater importance today.”
Whether you are keen to focus on warehousing, succession planning, employee engagement and development or simply want to discuss the possibilities available in the future, the UK Conference includes provides and environment for both formal and informal networking and catch-ups. Bringing people together for mutual benefit and to celebrate the successes in the independent retail sector, is at the heart of the Sirius approach.
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