The New York-based company debuts its latest creation at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago.

The new facility located in South Carolina allows the retailer to enhance the movement of products to stores in key markets.

Penetration of private label products at the retailer's U.S. stores grew for the third-consecutive quarter.

Discussion during day one of the Velocity Conference & Expo was on how to keep current sales momentum going.

Officials with the retailer said the effort to offer unique, private brand products positions the company well to face current day economic challenges.

Several categories including frozen foods and general food are targeted for expansion as retailers look to offer shoppers products at lower prices.

Sales figures for the year's fourth month show gains in key channels including online, health & personal care and general merchandise.

The retailer has opened new supercenters in the communities of Warren and Wooster in the northeast portion of the Buckeye State.

The company's forthcoming new manufacturing plant in Hanover, Pa., will provide space for added production and storage for needed ingredients.

Dan Bane will step up in early July as Bryan Palbaum will become chairman and CEO