Let’s Talk About The Job
Savers is a growing Health, Home and Beauty discount retailer with over 520 shops across the UK. 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, and manage a portfolio that provides quality and value, while maintaining competitiveness, driving sales, and supporting overall commercial strategy.
What will I be doing?
* Develop and implement category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing, and stock management aligned with commercial and financial objectives.
* Identify and pursue new product opportunities that are competitively priced, meet customer needs, and drive sales and profitability.
* Manage and review pricing strategies to protect profitability while ensuring competitiveness, operating within company pricing policies.
* Collaborate with Online and Marketing teams to develop marketing promotion plans relevant to the category.
* Ensure compliance with legislation and brand guidelines, and communicate effectively with customers to increase footfall and sales.
* Evaluate promotion effectiveness, take necessary actions, and share best practices with stakeholders.
* Partner with the Supply Chain team to maximize stock availability and manage store ranging and stock health.
* Work with the Operations team to ensure effective execution of the commercial offer and support store teams.
Let’s Talk About You
* Experience as a Retail Buyer, preferably within the Personal Care/Toiletry sector.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret market data.
* Excellent analytical and numerical skills; proficiency in Excel is essential.
* Effective influencing and negotiation skills to secure optimal terms.
* Attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
* Experience in the value/discount sector.
Let’s Talk About The Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual bonus.
* Up to 33 days holiday entitlement.
* Enhanced policies including sick pay, parental leave, and pregnancy loss support.
* Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing.
* Digital healthcare services via Aviva Digicare Workplace+.
* Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers, including Superdrug.
* Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust.
* Opportunities for career progression tailored to your aspirations.
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