Buyer

Role overview

Savers is a fast-expanding UK discount retailer with more than 520 stores, known for offering strong value and friendly service across high streets nationwide. The business describes itself as energetic, practical and people-focused, with a culture built around development, progression and real career growth. It also notes that it was certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year running in 2026.

In this Buyer position, you will source relevant, trend-led products for stores and the website. The role calls for a solid understanding of customer demand, the ability to spot and bring in new products, and the discipline to manage a product portfolio that balances quality, value, competitiveness, sales and profitability within the wider commercial plan.

What you will do

• Create, roll out and deliver category plans covering range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock control in line with the wider commercial direction and financial goals.
• Spot and action new product opportunities that are commercially sound, competitively priced and aligned to customer needs, with the aim of improving sales and profit.
• Monitor and adjust pricing to safeguard margin while keeping the business competitive, always working within the company pricing framework.
• Work closely with the Online and Marketing teams to shape and deliver category-relevant promotional and marketing activity.
• Follow applicable legislation and brand standards, and communicate clearly with customers to support footfall and profitable trading.
• Assess how effective promotions are, take corrective action where needed, and share learnings and good practice with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Partner with Supply Chain to improve stock availability, manage store ranging and maintain healthy stock levels for the category.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure the commercial offer is implemented effectively and to support store teams in delivering it well.

What the role requires

• Background as a Retail Buyer, ideally gained in FMCG.
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to interpret market and customer trends.
• Confidence working with numbers and solid analytical capability.
• Advanced Excel skills that are used regularly in day-to-day work.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence suppliers and secure favourable commercial terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with careful attention to detail.
• Experience in value-led or discount retail would be advantageous.

About Savers

Savers is focused on helping teams grow and build long-term careers in a lively, hands-on retail environment where every day can be different.