Buyer

Kingfisher PLC; England; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail company is seeking a Buyer to drive category performance and influence top-level decisions. This role requires strong retail trading experience, excellent supplier management skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join us in a hybrid working arrangement where your contributions will shape the future of one of the UK's fastest-growing retailers.

Benefits

Discounted gym

Up to 14% employer pension contributions

20% staff discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Dedicated learning and career pathways

Flexible work-from-home options

Qualifications

• Proven track record in buying, trading, or category management.
• Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape category performance and influence decisions at board level.
• Drive growth in a high-value category.

Skills

Retail trading experience

Commercial strategy

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Excel skills

PowerPoint skills

Job description

Buyer

Kingfisher PLC
Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 8RT
£41,884 per year - estimated ?
Permanent
Full time
NEW

At Screwfix, our Buying teams are the engine room driving unbeatable value and innovation for our customers.

As a Buyer at Screwfix, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping category performance and influencing decisions at board level.

Sitting our Trading team, you'll be at the heart of Screwfix's exciting transformation into a truly omnichannel business. With cutting‑edge fulfilment, data‑driven decision making, and bold sustainability initiatives, we're reimagining retail for today and tomorrow.

We're collaborative, curious, and not afraid to break the mould. If you want to be part of a team where your impact is visible, your ideas are valued, and your ambition is matched this is your opportunity.

Work‑Life Balance

Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face‑to‑face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life's priorities, whether it's the school run or personal time.

Belonging & Growth

From day one, you'll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We're proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you'll thrive here.

Sustainability That Matters

We're committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we're proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.

Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.

About You

You're a commercially minded, customer‑focused professional with a proven track record in buying, trading, or category management. You're strategic yet hands‑on‑able to build strong commercial plans, spot opportunities in the data, and negotiate deals that deliver real results.

You're confident working across teams, managing change, and bringing people with you. You can communicate clearly, influence senior stakeholders, and present your ideas with impact.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in retail trading, buying, or category management
• A strong grasp of commercial strategy and delivery
• Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills
• A knack for turning data and insight into action
• Confidence working in a fast‑paced, agile environment
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with clear and engaging reporting

This is a big role with plenty of scope—you'll be leading a high‑value category and driving real growth. We're looking for someone who thinks big, moves fast, and loves making an impact.

Why Screwfix?

We're not just a retailer— we're a community, a launchpad for careers, and a force for good.

• Wellbeing First: Discounted gym, life cover up to 4x salary
• Financial Confidence: Up to 14% employer pension contributions, annual bonus up to 20%, and access to Wagestream
• Everyday Perks: 20% staff discount at Screwfix and B&Q, plus exclusive savings via the Hapi app
• Growth Mindset: Dedicated learning, career pathways, and leadership development
• Sustainability in Action: We're proud of our ambitious carbon and packaging targets
• Hybrid Working: The best of both—collaboration in Yeovil HQ with flexible work‑from‑home options

Here, you're not just filling a role—you're shaping the future of one of the UK's fastest‑growing retailers.

We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at [e-mail] if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.