Partnership marks
one of the first sports-fashion retailers to offer delivery
of popular footwear and apparel brands in as fast as an hour via
Instacart
SAN
FRANCISCO and INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 28,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JD Sports, the leading
global sports fashion retailer, and Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the
leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced a new
partnership to launch same-day delivery from more than 500 JD
Sports and Finish Line stores nationwide via the Instacart App and
website. JD Sports is one of the first sports-fashion retail
partners to leverage Instacart's technologies, giving customers
access to same-day delivery for more than 16,000 products,
including popular athletic footwear and apparel brands like Nike,
Jordan, adidas, Puma and more,
delivered in as fast an hour.
"We are excited to announce the new partnership with Instacart
to further transform the way customers shop for their favorite
sneakers and apparel. In today's digital age, online shopping has
become a norm, and customers are increasingly seeking swift
delivery solutions." said Kristin
Matter, VP Digital at JD Sports. "With this partnership, we
are taking our omni-channel strategy to new heights, providing
customers with an unparalleled shopping experience, focused on
convenience. Customers can now browse our extensive range of
sneakers, apparel and accessories on Instacart and have their
selections swiftly delivered on the same day from the convenience
of their homes. This collaboration signifies our commitment to
meeting the evolving needs of our valued customers, ensuring they
can enjoy a seamless and efficient shopping experience."
JD Sports and Finish Line have historically offered various
convenient shopping options, including online ordering for in-store
pickup and shipping. Now, with the introduction of online ordering
through the Instacart App, JD Sports and Finish Line customers can
browse thousands of products and have them delivered right to their
doorstep in as fast as an hour. While shopping for footwear and
apparel in the Instacart App, customers can easily select their
preferred styles, colors, and sizes before adding items to their
cart.
"For more than 40 years, JD Sports has been a leader in offering
top-tier brands that inspire customers," said Blake Wallace, Senior Director of Retail
Partnerships at Instacart. "We're proud to partner with JD Sports
for same-day delivery via Instacart, elevating their e-commerce
strategy and catering to the evolving needs of customers. Whether
it's back to school needs or holiday gifts, you can now have them
delivered in as fast as an hour."
To begin shopping from JD Sports and Finish Line for same-day
delivery via Instacart, customers can visit
https://www.instacart.com/store/jd-sports/storefront or select the
JD Sports or Finish Line storefront on the Instacart App. For all
orders, an Instacart shopper will pick and deliver the order within
the customer's chosen delivery time frame.
About Instacart
Instacart, the leading grocery
technology company in North
America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how
people shop. The company partners with more than 1,400 national,
regional, and local retail banners to facilitate online shopping,
delivery and pickup services from more than 80,000 stores across
North America on the Instacart
Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of people to
get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for
approximately 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking,
packing and delivering orders on their own flexible schedule. The
Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade
technology products and services to power their e-commerce
experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores,
provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart
Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging
brands – partner with the company to connect directly with
consumers online, right at the point of purchase. With Instacart
Health, the company is providing tools to increase nutrition
security, make healthy choices easier for consumers, and expand the
role that food can play in improving health outcomes. For more
information, visit www.instacart.com/company, and to start
shopping, visit www.instacart.com.
About JD Sports
JD Sports, founded in 1981 in
Bury, England, has evolved into a
global leader in the world of athletic footwear and apparel. With a
keen focus on global accessibility and staying at the forefront of
trends, JD Sports proudly offers an extensive range of renowned
brands, including Nike, Jordan,
New Balance, adidas, and many others. JD Sports boasts a network of
172 stores in North America and
over 1000 worldwide as well as omni-channel digital retail
connecting shoppers through the culture of sport, music and
fashion.
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