"Being recognised as Grocer of the Year for the first time in nearly two decades is a moment of immense pride for everyone at Sainsbury’s. This prestigious award reflects our unwavering commitment to our customers, ensuring they receive outstanding value, unbeatable quality food and great service.

This is testament to the hard work and dedication of our brilliant colleagues, suppliers and farmers. Without them, we couldn’t achieve our purpose of making good food joyful, accessible, and affordable for everyone, every day."

“Winning National Wholesaler of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards means everything to us. The past few years in foodservice have been tough, but our team has worked hard to support customers through labor shortages, supply disruptions, and price increases. We've launched innovative new products and maintained high service levels. We've adapted quickly to market changes by investing in new sites and strategic acquisitions. To reflect this new journey, we have revised our company mission and vision to align ourselves for growth.

Having our team’s efforts recognised at such a key industry event, competing against the UK's biggest players, is a true testament to the hard work put in by every member of the JJ Family. This win is a fantastic way to kick off our new growth journey. We are so proud and excited about this achievement that we're organising a JJ Grocer Gold Olympic Torch campaign. The award will travel to each and every branch nationwide, giving everyone the chance to celebrate success. After its tour, it will return to our Enfield HQ to be shared across every department.

We're sharing this story on our social media, and the celebrations will continue for some time! A huge thank you to the Grocer Gold Awards events team and judges for this excellent initiative.”

"We are so incredibly proud to have won Supplier of the Year at this year’s Grocer Gold awards. It’s a testament to the amazing people we work with day in, day out – both within P&G, and through our valued retailer partners. Being recognised in this way affirms the importance of having a relentless obsession in delighting consumers – ensuring they’re able to access superior products that deliver on performance and value.

Of course, we couldn’t have won this award without the work of our amazing UK team. From Sales to Product Supply, Brand to Finance, HR to Research & Development – every single person within our local organisation works tirelessly on raising the bar every single year, so we can deliver even better strategies to grow categories. I couldn’t be prouder of them all.”

“Everyone at Henderson Retail SPAR is hugely appreciative of the recognition that winning a Grocer Gold award brings. We have an ambition to be a ‘world class community focussed food retailer’ and winning Independent Retail Chain of the year, three times in four years, greatly encourages us in that pursuit. We wish to thank the judges for recognising our growth and innovation……its truly inspirational.

Of course, the award is for everyone on our amazing Henderson team in Northern Ireland, we are so grateful for their collective effort and commitment. We also wish to thank the Grocer for organising such a wonderful showcase and so effectively championing the many success stories in our industry.

Hopefully, our story encourages others to enter in 2025, and in doing so, raise the bar a little higher.”

"We are thrilled that Premier have won Grocer Gold Symbol Retailer of the Year for the third year running, to be the first ever symbol to have won this award three consecutive times is a great privilege and a testament to the exceptional dedication and hard work of the teams. The Grocer Gold awards are highly regarded within our industry and to win in a category with strong competition is a testament to exceptional dedication and hard work shown by everyone in the business. This milestone reminds us of the incredible strides we have made on Premier's growth and success. The award has pride place at our head office."

“Bringing home the award for Best Health & Beauty Brand (and the magnum of Moët & Chandon) was the unexpected icing on a very large proverbial cake. We are still soaking it all in, but feeling incredibly grateful to be recognised by so many retail giants that we respect and admire. Winning this prestigious award marks a milestone in our journey as a business, accolades from The Grocer are highly respected by all our stockists - the congratulations and conversations that this award has sparked for us are priceless.”

"After multiple failed experiments and input from teams of experts, we finally cracked a more sustainable solution for delivering, collecting and refilling organic milk. This award is testament to the hard work that went into developing this UK-first packaging innovation and we couldn’t be more delighted to see this recognised by the judges. The Grocer Gold Awards are a brilliant celebration of retail innovation."

"Winning the prestigious Grocer Gold Award for e-commerce signifies a major achievement for our business, and for the wholesale industry at large. To be recognised for the innovation our colleagues have led in this area by the panel of experts is hugely motivating for our teams and makes us proud to be part of this amazing sector.

This distinguished accolade recognises our commitment to enhancing customer experience and is a testament to our determination be a driving force in the evolution of the Wholesale Industry. It’s not just about chasing numbers but is about harnessing the power of insight and data to enhance customer experience, drive innovation and foster loyalty. Our commitment to improving our service offering involves a multifaceted approach that integrates advanced technology, data analytics, and collaborative partnerships.

This award not only elevates our reputation within the industry but also underscores our leadership in adapting to the evolving demands of our customers, setting a benchmark for e-commerce excellence in wholesale distribution.

We could not be more honoured to be recognised for this award!"

"We are honoured to announce that Angus Soft Fruits has been awarded the prestigious title of “Own Label Supplier of the Year” at The Grocer Gold Awards 2024. This accolade reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability.

Receiving this award has significantly enhanced our business, elevating our brand's visibility and garnering remarkable recognition, especially considering the exceptional quality of the other finalists and the competitive nature of the sector."

“We are immensely proud to receive the Household Goods Brand of the Year award and I’d personally like to extend my gratitude to every member of our remarkable team, from production to sales, for their dedication to making this past year a real milestone period for Astonish."