EnsembleIQ

Lead the editorial direction, produce high-impact content, manage digital and event content, and represent the brand publicly within the grocery retail industry. | Bachelor’s in Journalism or related field, 3+ years as Editor-in-Chief or similar, deep industry connections, experience with digital programming and team management. | About The Role Progressive Grocer is seeking a hands-on, digitally-focused Editor-in-Chief to shape the future of our brand. This is a commanding, high-visibility role for a strategic market driver who is energized by building relationships, creating winning content narratives, and maintaining a strong public presence. You will be the face of the brand, leveraging thought leadership across digital platforms, major events, research, and analysis to reinforce Progressive Grocer's position as the industry authority. If you thrive on translating market trends into compelling, performance-driven content, we want to hear from you. Job Summary As Editor-in-Chief, you will drive content, strategy, and audience engagement across all platforms: 1. Content and Editorial Leadership Define the Editorial Mission: Set the overarching editorial mission, content priorities, and manage the editorial calendar for all channels (digital, print, newsletters, events). Original Content Creation: Write market-leading content, including high-profile brand research, special reports, monthly webinars, and deep analysis of news and trends. Visual Strategy Ownership: Own the visual engagement strategy for all digital content, directing design resources to maximize audience engagement metrics (clicks, time-on-page). Performance-Driven Strategy: Be energized by tracking digital performance metrics, translating data trends into new content opportunities, and continuously optimizing digital offerings. 2. Public Presence & Relationship Building The Face of the Brand: Act as the confident, engaging public voice of Progressive Grocer, regularly hosting, moderating, and speaking with high authority online (especially LinkedIn) and on-stage. Influencer & Speaker Recruitment: Execute strategic, year-round speaker recruitment and cultivate long-term relationships with high-level C-suite sources across the grocery retail industry. Event Content Leadership: Define and continually elevate the Attendee Value Proposition, leading the content strategy to produce highly compelling, forward-looking agendas for all in-person events. Industry Visibility: Actively attend and influence industry events and shows to drive brand visibility. 3. Team Management & Business Partnership Team Leadership: Manage the day-to-day output of the editorial team, coaching and mentoring direct reports to develop their digital hosting, moderation, and content creation capabilities. Business Support: Partner closely with the Brand Director on budget, strategic planning, and supporting the pitching of sponsorship/underwriting opportunities to customers. Job Requirements Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Senior Leadership: 3+ years of proven experience as an Editor-in-Chief or Editorial Director, preferably in a B2B media environment. Industry Expertise: A strong background and deep connections within the grocery retail ecosystem. The ideal candidate will either bring existing industry knowledge or demonstrate a rapid ability to master the space. Event Experience: Proven experience with event content development, digital programming, and year-round speaker recruitment. Team Management: Proven experience managing and mentoring a high-performing editorial team. Digital-First Mindset: Comfortable using analytics/data to make content decisions and test new content ideas. Public Presence: Demonstrated ability to host, moderate, and present compelling digital content; comfortable speaking on stage; and maintaining a high level of visibility online (LinkedIn). Travel: Ability to travel domestically as needed for events and internal meetings. What We Offer We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package reflecting your valuable skills. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life/disability coverage, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), EAP, and a 401(k) plan. We also support your wellness with HSA/FSA, a well-being program, and various optional coverages. We provide a career development pathway in a collaborative environment dedicated to DEI and recognized for its strong leadership. Check out what it's like to work at EnsembleIQ. https://www.comparably.com/companies/ensembleiq EnsembleIQ is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations at all stages through recruitment and employment in accordance with Human Rights and accommodation legislation upon request.

Research, write, and publish daily news and feature articles for print and digital platforms, manage website content and social media, support events, and engage with industry sources. | 3-5 years B2B media editorial experience, strong writing and editing skills, familiarity with Drupal CMS and newsletter tools, event hosting ability, and interest in food and retail industries. | ABOUT US: EnsembleIQ is an innovative and growing business intelligence company serving the fast-changing retail and consumer goods industry through an integrated network of best-in-class media and information products. The brands in our portfolio are well-established market leaders relied upon by key decision-makers for new insights and research. Convenience Store News is the market leader in the dynamic convenience and fuel retailing segment. ABOUT PROGRESSIVE GROCER: Progressive Grocer is the market-leading B2B brand focused on the dynamic and essential industry of food retailing. Now entering its 104th year, Progressive Grocer remains at the forefront of the industry through innovation, a competitive spirit, and a commitment to being ahead of what’s next in editorial and client engagement solutions. ABOUT THE ROLE: Join an award-winning editorial team as an Associate Editor and use your passion for food and retail to produce content across print, digital, social media, audio/video journalism and live/virtual event platforms. This role is a great fit for someone eager to expand their journalism skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to informing, inspiring, and educating the grocery industry. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: • Research, report and write daily news stories for Progressive Grocer’s website and e-newsletters on topics affecting the grocery industry. • Write regular bylined feature articles for the print edition of Progressive Grocer. • Use the Drupal CMS to post online articles, related images, links, and SEO-optimized metadata. • Assist the Digital Editor with website management, including writing and posting stories online, scheduling/sending e-newsletters, deploying breaking news, and managing PG’s social media channels. • Support Progressive Grocer events by assisting with logistics and award presentations, and by moderating panels or presenting sessions. • Contribute to Progressive Grocer podcasts and webinars as a host or co-host. • Attend grocery industry conferences, trade shows, and store events to report on trends and innovations. • Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry sources, including retailers, suppliers and solution providers, for future content development. • Actively participate in staff meetings to share ideas, propose story concepts, and discuss industry trends. • Stay current on food and retail industry developments to inform coverage priorities. • Preferably in the CST, MST or PST time zones. • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or related field. • 3–5 years of B2B media editorial experience. • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to work on deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume news cycle. • Comfortable being on stage at a live or virtual event, podcasting and webinar hosting. • Deep interest in food, grocery and retail industries. • Proven ability to create engaging multimedia content with strong social media skills. • Ability to travel 5 - 6 times per year to internal and external industry events. • Familiarity with the AP Stylebook. • Proficiency with Google Workspace, Drupal CMS, newsletter creation tools, and basic photo editing apps (e.g., Photoshop). • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. • A strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, and enterprising mindset. EnsembleIQ is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment in accordance with Human Rights and accommodation legislation upon request.

The Associate Editor will research, report, and write daily news stories for Progressive Grocer’s website and e-newsletters, as well as contribute to print editions. The role also involves assisting with website management, supporting events, and cultivating industry relationships. | Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field and 3-5 years of B2B media editorial experience. Strong writing and editing skills, along with a deep interest in the food and retail industries, are essential. | ABOUT US: EnsembleIQ is an innovative and growing business intelligence company serving the fast-changing retail and consumer goods industry through an integrated network of best-in-class media and information products. The brands in our portfolio are well-established market leaders relied upon by key decision-makers for new insights and research. Convenience Store News is the market leader in the dynamic convenience and fuel retailing segment. ABOUT PROGRESSIVE GROCER: Progressive Grocer is the market-leading B2B brand focused on the dynamic and essential industry of food retailing. Now entering its 104th year, Progressive Grocer remains at the forefront of the industry through innovation, a competitive spirit, and a commitment to being ahead of what’s next in editorial and client engagement solutions. ABOUT THE ROLE: Join an award-winning editorial team as an Associate Editor and use your passion for food and retail to produce content across print, digital, social media, audio/video journalism and live/virtual event platforms. This role is a great fit for someone eager to expand their journalism skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to informing, inspiring, and educating the grocery industry. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Research, report and write daily news stories for Progressive Grocer’s website and e-newsletters on topics affecting the grocery industry. Write regular bylined feature articles for the print edition of Progressive Grocer. Use the Drupal CMS to post online articles, related images, links, and SEO-optimized metadata. Assist the Digital Editor with website management, including writing and posting stories online, scheduling/sending e-newsletters, deploying breaking news, and managing PG’s social media channels. Support Progressive Grocer events by assisting with logistics and award presentations, and by moderating panels or presenting sessions. Contribute to Progressive Grocer podcasts and webinars as a host or co-host. Attend grocery industry conferences, trade shows, and store events to report on trends and innovations. Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry sources, including retailers, suppliers and solution providers, for future content development. Actively participate in staff meetings to share ideas, propose story concepts, and discuss industry trends. Stay current on food and retail industry developments to inform coverage priorities. Preferably in the CST, MST or PST time zones. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or related field. 3–5 years of B2B media editorial experience. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to work on deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume news cycle. Comfortable being on stage at a live or virtual event, podcasting and webinar hosting. Deep interest in food, grocery and retail industries. Proven ability to create engaging multimedia content with strong social media skills. Ability to travel 5 - 6 times per year to internal and external industry events. Familiarity with the AP Stylebook. Proficiency with Google Workspace, Drupal CMS, newsletter creation tools, and basic photo editing apps (e.g., Photoshop). Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. A strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, and enterprising mindset. EnsembleIQ is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment in accordance with Human Rights and accommodation legislation upon request.