Buyer

Poundstretcher is entering an exciting new phase, with planned strong sales growth across our core estate and an ambitious store opening programme that is accelerating our expansion across the UK. Backed by significant investment and a clear growth strategy, we are building momentum and we're looking for a high-calibre Senior Buyer to help drive the next stage of our journey., As a Senior Buyer at Poundstretcher, you will be a critical driver of category performance and growth. You will take full ownership of your FMCG category, developing and executing strategy, unlocking commercial opportunities, and ensuring we deliver compelling value-led ranges for our customers. This role goes beyond day-to-day buying. You will play a key role in leading the business through a period of growth and transformation, helping to scale categories, evolve ranges, and support new store openings.,

• Category Ownership: Lead the end to end management of FMCG categories, driving sales, margin.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver clear category strategies aligned to business objectives and expansion plans
• Growth Delivery: Identify and unlock opportunities to accelerate sales growth within a value focused, high volume model
• Supplier Management: Build and manage strong supplier partnerships, negotiating effectively to deliver best in class value
• Range Development: Create compelling, customer focused ranges that reflect trends while maintaining a strong price position
• Change & Transformation: Play a key role in evolving the category during a period of business change, bringing structure, pace, and innovation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with merchandising, supply chain, and operations to deliver seamless execution
• Store Expansion Support: Ensure categories are scalable and optimised to support an ambitious new store opening programme
• Leadership: Coach and develop junior team members, contributing to a high-performing buying function
  
  This is a standout opportunity for an experienced FMCG Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced discounter environment, and is ready to step up, take ownership, and play a key role in shaping the future of the business., We are looking for a proven Senior Buyer or an experienced Buyer ready to step up with a strong track record in FMCG within a discounter or value retail environment.
You will also bring:
• Demonstrable success in driving sales growth and improving category performance
• A hands on approach to work with the ability to create plans and personally deliver them
• Strong experience operating within a high volume, value driven retail model at a very fast pace
• A track record of navigating and leading through change, transformation, or rapid growth
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance short term trading with long term strategy
• Advanced analytical capability, with confidence using data to inform decisions
• A proactive, resilient mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Natural leadership skills, with the ability to influence and bring others on the journey
  
  This is a rare opportunity to join Poundstretcher at a pivotal point in its growth journey. With a strong trading performance in our existing stores and a significant pipeline of new openings, you'll have the platform to make a real impact.
If you're an experienced FMCG Buyer from a discounter background, ready to step up and play a leading role in a growing, evolving business, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply today and be part of shaping the future of Poundstretcher. Established in 1981 Poundstretcher is a leading variety discount retailer for quality food, toiletries, garden essentials, and home-ware brands. Offering over 5,000 products at some of the lowest prices on the high street, Poundstretcher stores provide shoppers with an incredible selection of value for money items. With over 400 stores nationwide across our brands, Poundstretcher stocks a huge selection of great value products at competitive prices, including cleaning supplies, kitchenware, bedding, bathroom products, furniture, electric goods, children's toys, and so much more. We even have a wide selection of pet care products within our "Pet Hut" section. For money-conscious grocery shoppers, Poundstretcher also offers great value prices on everyday big brand items such as food, toiletries, and household goods, along with a great range of fantastic seasonal goods. With Poundstretcher, you can be confident that you are getting the best deals, making your budget go further without sacrificing on quality or style. Employing over 6000 people nationwide across the brand's chain of outlets, Poundstretcher aims to offer great customer service and a quality selection of products at all of our stores across the UK.


• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Free on-site parking
• Private Medical Insurance
• 10% staff discount on most in-store purchases
• My Staff Shop access for additional discounts
• Life assurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)