Buyer in Kettering

Fitness Superstore is the UK’s leading specialist fitness and gym equipment retailer, supplying both home and commercial customers with market-leading brands across cardio, strength, and accessories.

We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and professional Buyer to join our Head Office Buying Team, playing a key role in the continued growth and development of our product ranges.

Reporting to the Head of Product Development & Procurement, this role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in retail buying within a specialist fitness and gym equipment business.

• What we are offering the Buyer…
• Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience
• Pension scheme.
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00, with a fully paid 30-minute lunch break each day.
• Generous staff discount on our full range of fitness and gym equipment (following probation).
• 29 days holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• Free on-site car parking.
• Personal use of in-store equipment after hours.
• Working within a small, friendly team.
• A Buyer at Fitness Superstore will…
• Work closely with the Head of Product Development & Procurement to develop and delivery category strategies across key product areas including treadmills, strength equipment, weights, and accessories for both home and commercial customers.
• Take full ownership of selected categories, managing the product lifecycle from range planning and supplier selection through to end-of-line management.
• Source, select, and negotiate with UK and international suppliers to secure the best possible cost prices, terms, and service levels, ensuring strong margins and commercial competitiveness.
• Raise, manage, and track purchase orders, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of stock into our warehouse, and proactively resolving any supply issues.
• Monitor sales, margin, and stock performance, using data and reports to drive commercial decisions, promotional activity, and range reviews.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date product data, including specifications, pricing, and supplier details, across our internal systems.
• Liaise with UK and international suppliers on lead times, order confirmations, delivery dates, and any issues that may affect availability, taking a proactive approach to risk and problem resolution.
• Work closely with the warehouse, e-commerce, marketing and customer service teams to ensure successful product launches, promotions, and ongoing availability.
• Support the development of new products, ensuring all data, images, and technical specifications are accurate and complete for both commercial and home users.
• Contribute to regular competitor and market analysis to identify new opportunities, gaps in the range, and areas for improvement.

Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00.

• The successful Buyer will have…
• Proven experience in a Buyer role within retail, e-commerce, or a similar commercial environment.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of building effective supplier relationships and delivering improved cost prices, margins, and terms.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, confident working with data, reports, and spreadsheets to inform decisions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when handling product, pricing, and stock information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across internal teams and external suppliers.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple categories, tasks, and deadlines with a proactive and organised approach.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• A commercial mindset with a clear focus on sales, margin, and customer experience.
• An interest in fitness, sport or gym equipment would be a distinct advantage.

How to apply

If you are a professional Buyer looking to take ownership of exciting product categories within a specialist fitness retailer, we would love to hear from you.