East Coast Retail Powerhouse TMG Mart is now on Shopee

Shopee users can revel in the choice and variety increase of essentials and household products as TMG Mart is now exclusively on Shopee. The Malaysian-owned hypermarket aims to reach the growing proportion of online-first customers in the country after having successfully built a strong offline presence in the East Coast region. 

 

The decision to embark on this digital journey rides on the acceleration of e-commerce adoption as seen in recent months. Malaysians are placing greater reliance on e-commerce to get their daily essentials, groceries and other necessities.

Chin Poh Ling, Head of Marketing of Tunas Manja Sdn Bhd said that the company is excited to be venturing into the digital market as they transform their business model to diversify trade channels. “Online shopping is now part of the landscape in the Malaysian retail scene. If we want to continue thriving in this competitive environment, we have to digitize. We are happy that through our collaboration with Shopee, TMG Mart is now able to service our customers better online.”

TMG Mart today has more than 61 outlets in Pahang, Terengganu, Kelantan, Johor, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan. The hypermarket’s most recent offer – TMG Plus @ Andorra Peak in Kuantan, aims to rejuvenate the retail scene and improve the shopping experience of grocery shoppers in the East Coast. 

Opening a store on Shopee allows TMG Mart to offer online-first customers the same attractive deals and offerings as those who visit the hypermarket chain’s physical stores. Consumers across the country can enjoy low prices on a wide assortment of over 2,000 items such as food staples, cooking ingredients, household supplies, personal care and baby products.

Chin added that the move to join Shopee is part of the company’s ambitious plans to keep growing and expanding their brand. “We are constantly looking to scale greater heights. Seeing that our online store also allows us to reach out to more customers across Malaysia, we are excited for this opportunity to have more Malaysians to get to know us better.”

To celebrate its official launch on Shopee, TMG Mart is offering a plethora of great deals for users to enjoy: discounts up to 90% as well as 7% off with a minimum spend of RM40 (capped at RM3) and 10% off with a minimum spend of RM60 (capped at RM6) in-store vouchers. TMG Mart will also be bringing attractive bargains to customers in the upcoming Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale. To find out what products TMG Mart offers, head over to https://shopee.com.my/m/TMG-Mart.

FAMA, Shopee Host First Virtual Durian Fair

 Hello Tuesday, how's everyone doing? Any Durian lovers here? If yes, stay on this page to read.

The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) is working with Shopee, Malaysia’s no. 1 e-commerce platform on yet another initiative, the Durian E-Fiesta, as a display of commitment to its e-commerce agenda.

Dato’ Zainal Abidin bin Yang Razalli, Director General of FAMA said, “When the Covid-19 outbreak in Malaysia was at its peak back in March, it took the entire country by shock and various sectors including agriculture were no exception. Prior, no one thought they could sell their fresh and frozen produce online, but the outbreak led to many including farmers exploring selling online for the first time. This move is also in line with the Prime Minister’s hope that the business sector improve on e-trade and make it a new business channel. That is why, we are working with Shopee to further incentivize the agriculture sector to stay in the online game and more importantly, for more farmers to benefit from e-commerce, even post-RMCO. We will do this via a series of thematic campaigns starting with the Durian E-Fiesta on Shopee in conjunction with the durian season that is upon us.”
The Durian E-Fiesta on Shopee will be the first-ever virtual durian fair in Malaysia. Taking place from 15 to 19 July and featuring over 220 deals, durian lovers can choose from a myriad of durian species such as Musang King, Udang Merah, D24, Hor Lor, Kampung, amongst others.

As an impetus for enterprise transformation, both FAMA and Shopee will provide durian sellers with a boost through funding of attractive vouchers like the RM5 off with a minimum spend of RM1, RM20 off with a minimum spend of RM100 and more. Additionally, consumers can also find Musang King on Shocking Sale for only RM10 during the Durian E-Fiesta.

Commenting on the collaboration with FAMA, Ian Ho, Regional Managing Director of Shopee said, “It is usually the incubation period for both the sellers and consumers that is most difficult. First, we need to ensure that sellers stay in the system and that their service is up to par. Simultaneously, we have to train consumers' acceptance and get them used to buying their fresh produce online. Therefore, we are very encouraged to have a partner like FAMA that has a deep understanding of the e-commerce ecosystem and is willing to work with us to propel the digitalisation of Malaysia’s agriculture sector. Additionally, what better time than now to do this as Malaysians have an undeniable love for durian.”

Both organisations also accounted for those who do not appreciate the King of Fruits. The Durian E-Fiesta will also have other local selections such as mangosteen, mangoes, pineapples and more at the campaign. The first edition of this campaign will be limited to Klang Valley and to ensure the freshness of the fruits, deliveries will be made the following day once orders are placed.

Fruits, particularly durian sellers will receive maximum marketing support and exposure throughout the campaign via in-app banners, dedicated microsite, push notifications and more.

It is understood that FAMA and Shopee’s objective for this long-term partnership is to push the agriculture sector to be self-sustainable in the long run.

Shopee, on the other hand, revealed that over 2 tonnes (2,000kgs) of durians were sold on its platform within 24 hours upon receiving exposure in its 6.6 Super Sale campaign last June. Keyword ‘durian’ has also been one of consumers’ most searched words on the platform.
To satisfy your durian cravings, head over to https://shopee.com.my/m/durian-e-fiesta

In addition to the Durian E-Fiesta, FAMA will also be extending vouchers to customers who purchase products from their official store on Shopee.

Visit https://shopee.com.my/agrobazaar_fama to enjoy a RM10 off with minimum spend of RM50 on items such as chicken, beef, vegetables, fruits and more.

WATSONS & MY DIGI REWARDS CUSTOMERS WITH EXCLUSIVE SUPER SAVINGS

From Left : Caroline Chin, Head of Loyalty, Digi Malaysia,

Foo Hwei Jiek, Head of Trading, Watsons Malaysia,

Francis Chang, Head of Customer Engagement, Digi Malaysia,

Danny Hoh, Customer Director, Watsons Malaysia, How Lih Ren, Head of

iTelco, Digi Malaysia officiates the Watson’s best deals in town on MyDigi app

on every Monday.

Good evening to everyone it's been a busy week for me. I manage to get time out by sending my son to tuition first then head to Sunway Pyramid for the event of the Watsons & MyDigi app which teams up together on its super deals.

I am Digi user so I am glad to tell you that, you need to check out the – Watsons and Digi’s valued customers now have an otherreason to celebrate with MyDigi app offering, namely Watsons Monday Superdeals. No kidding do watch my video as I have attended this event on Monday and the deal I have got is amazing just paying RM0.99 send for the Watsons body lotion. Yeah you need to download the MyDigi app to your phone, Digi users would know of this by now. The amazing offers starting from as low as RM0.99 to RM8.99 only, for selected health & beauty products in Watsons. Digi customers can purchase the offer and redeem the Superdeals at any Watsons store nationwide. On the day, I have visited the Sunway Pyramid's Watsons for the redemption.

 "We are privileged to collaborate with Digi on this fantastic partnership which gives Watsons customers or potentially new Digi customers value to shop. Watsons is always committed in delivering the best offers to our customers. As we are gearing towards digitalisation, it was ideal to collaborate with Digi - one of Malaysia's leading and most innovative mobile telecommunications operators to give our customers the best value possible and convenience. Watsons VIP members will also enjoy additional deals and rewards at Digi stores, " said Caryn Loh, General Manager & Country Head, Watsons Malaysia.

The media launch event was attended by Danny Hoh, Customer Director, Watsons Malaysia,Francis Chang, Head of Customer Management, Digi Malaysia,Foo Hwei Jiek, Head ofTrading, Watsons Malaysia, How Lih Ren, Head of iTelco, Digi Malaysia along with members of the media and the bloggers community. During the event, attendees were treated to a preview of “The Sounds of Savings”, a jointly created video by Watsons Malaysia and Digi showcasing the Watsons Monday Superdeals. Members of the media and bloggers who are Digi users had the opportunity to redeem the Watsons Monday Superdeal on-the-spot where they were treated to an additional RM10 Watsons Cash Voucher at the event and a lucky attendee won a new Samsung Galaxy Note 8 phone in a lucky draw. Other stage activities included the “Guess & Win” contest, where 4 participants were asked to guess the offer of the Watsons Monday Superdeals for each Monday of the week for the month of October. While other off-stage engagement activities were “Roll & Win” and“Shoot & Win”.

Yeah I have a good time playing the Roll the dice and then shoot and win! My first time of playing using the nerf gun too. First roll the dice and if get the price of RM2.99 then used the nerf gun to aim the price on board and shoot it.

“The Rewards programme in MyDigi is designed to reward our loyal customers

by providing relevant and exclusive perks in their daily lives. Watsons, being our new merchant partner, will bring fun and exciting offers that deliver great savings to our customers. The partnership with Watsons is timely as well since Digi has expanded our 4G+ and 4G LTE footprint nationwide, including secondary towns and market centres, where Watsons have a presence too. It makes it easier for us to empower our 12+ million customers to redeem their rewards wherever they are. In line with our ambition to be the preferred digital lifestyle partner, we have centred our engagement with customers via our MyDigi platform. The Rewards programme further layers that engagement with richer and relevant perks such as Watsons Monday Superdeals that deliver great savings and exclusive offers.” said Francis Chang, Head of Customer Management , Digi Malaysia. 

 

Watsons VIP members are in for a treat, as from 16 October 2017, Watsons

VIP members canenjoy 15% off mobile accessories at selected 33 Digi stores nationwide when they flash their Watsons VIP card. This promotion is valid for one year.