Assistant Buyer, Dunstable

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 2025, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why!

We currently have an exciting position for an Assistant Buyer (Maternity Cover) to join our Savers Home, Health & Beauty team based in our Head Office in Dunstable. This is a fast paced, innovative environment and we are looking for a pro‑active, motivated and commercially aware individual. In this position you will be responsible for supporting the Household Buying Manager to drive sales and ensure maximum profitability for this key category. You will become part of an energetic team, working alongside our skilled and experienced buyers, as well as the wider Savers Head Office team.

• Supporting the Household Buying Manager with product sourcing, promotional planning, supplier management, market reviews and sales data analysis and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to drive sales, total profitability and brand awareness.
• Supporting other category teams within the Commercial department as required with day-to-day tasks.
• Supporting category projects as required.
• Generating new ideas, understanding market trends and new brands to continue to grow and innovate the category
• Work closely with the Supply Chain, Merchandising, Operations and Finance teams.
• Supporting Buying Manager on all aspects of administrative work.

• Commercial acumen with excellent numerical and analytical capability
• Articulate and engaging communication style
• Ability to interact cross functionally
• Confidence in working with suppliers and other stakeholders
• Excellent IT literacy including Excel and the ability to pick up bespoke systems quickly
• Educated to degree level or equivalent, ideally within a business or retail‑related discipline would prove advantageous
• Ideally work experience in retail or FMCG organisations