Supporting Independent Merchants to Sustain and Expand their Businesses
National Buying Group (NBG) is the UK’s premier buying group for independent merchants.
We combine the purchasing power of our nationwide merchant networks, competitive Supplier agreements and unrivalled business support, while preserving Partners’ independence.
building strong brands
600+
Branches
100+
Partners
(inc Associates)
£2bn+
Turnover
As the UK’s leading independent merchant buying group, National Buying Group offers independents the ability to compete on price with the national chains.
Built on a democratic one Partner, one vote ethos, NBG brings together merchant businesses to share insights, support one another and benefit from Supplier agreements negotiated by our Category Management Teams.
In turn, our merchant network provides Suppliers with a clear route to market, helping them build stronger merchant relationships, increase product visibility and grow their sales.
Excellence in Buying
Helping independent merchants secure stronger Supplier agreements, access to more Suppliers and better buying terms.
A Supportive Community
Collaboration with other merchants, shared market insights and equal influence due to NBG’s one Partner, one vote approach.
Enhancing Business Performance
Improving merchants’ efficiency through the NBG Hub, Product Information Management (PIM+) system, and automatic rebates.
Merchant Benefits
Independent merchants join National Buying Group to gain access to our Supplier agreements negotiated by our Category Management Teams on behalf of our Partners.
But they also receive:
- Access to a collaborative network of independent merchants
- Stronger Supplier partnerships and increased market credibility
- Business growth and diversification opportunities
- Knowledge sharing and practical industry support
- Greater supply chain resilience through access to a supportive merchant network
- Access to the NBG Hub, training and rebate tracking
- The ability to compete with nationals and remain independent
Supplier Benefits
By working with National Buying Group, Suppliers gain an efficient route to market through a national network of more than 100 independent merchant businesses operating across multiple regions and specialisms.
Suppliers also benefit from:
- Strong Partner engagement and compliance with agreed deals
- Reduced account management through one buying group relationship
- Greater brand and product visibility across the NBG network
- Opportunities to promote products, offers and new ranges to Partners
- On-the-ground market insight from independent merchants
- Greater sales opportunities through engaged merchant relationships
Testimonials
What Do our
Partners Say?
“We’ve not looked back since joining NBG – it’s been a massive asset to the business. The extra buying power and the strength of being part of the group really changes how we’re seen in the market.”
Matt Matharu
Director General Manager at BuildLand
“There’s a genuine sense of camaraderie among NBG members, like-minded individuals facing similar day-to-day challenges, yet working together in a supportive and collaborative way.”
Martyn Duquemin
Managing Director at Duquemin & Ozanne
“Since joining, we’ve been able to buy directly from Suppliers we couldn’t reach before, and that’s given us better pricing. NBG has helped in areas like UPVC plastics, and that means we can offer our customers more competitive quotes.”
Gavin Smith
Sales Director at Anderson Roofing
