Role Purpose
Savers is one of the UK’s fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We’re energetic, down-to-earth and all about people — helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you’ll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why!
As a Savers Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing great value and on-trend products to sell within our store estate and our website. A Savers buyer should have a thorough understanding of customer needs, be able to identify and source new products, deliver and manage a portfolio of products that provide our customers with quality and value, whilst maintaining competitiveness and driving sales and profitability as part of the overall commercial strategy.

A typical day in this role includes
Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock management that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.
Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.
Manage and review pricing to protect profitability while ensuring Savers is competitive. Operate within Company pricing strategy.
Collaborate with the Online and Marketing teams to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to the category.
Adhere to legislation and brand guidelines, and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.
Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.
Working in partnership with the Supply Chain team to maximise stock availability for our customers, manage store ranging and ensure general stock health for your category.
Collaborating with the Operations team to ensure the commercial offer lands effectively, while supporting our store teams for optimal execution
This job is a good fit for you if you:
Proven experience as a Retail Buyer, ideally within the FMCG sector
Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to analyse market and customer trends
Confident working with numbers, with strong analytical skills
Advanced Excel skills, used regularly in your day-to-day work
A persuasive negotiator, able to influence suppliers and secure strong commercial terms
Excellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail, both written and verbal
Experience within a value or discount retail environment would be a plus