Join our successful family of 650+ independent retail stores
We believe that all retailers should have access to a level playing field when it comes to their buying power. We also believe they should have the option to receive customised operational and marketing support, while receiving the backing of a national brand. Whether converting to one of our retail brands, starting a new store, or if you’re already a corporate group, you can leverage the Essential Groups’ substantial buying power, deriving immense value from its uniquely developed and customised value-added operational, marketing, and growth solutions. Any retailer, big or small, can thrive and grow their businesses to the next level.


Retail Group of the Year Gold Winners since 2016
We have won voluntary buying group of the year, 5 years in a row. Essential Group is an award-winning Buying Group with 100’s of Essential Members and 100’s of suppliers nationally. By joining the Essential National Buying Group you can leverage our substantial buying power, our uniquely developed customised value-added operational, marketing and growth solutions. Any retailer, big or small, can thrive and grow their businesses to the next level.
650+ Member Outlets
As the best group of it's kind, our pack just keeps growing and growing.
Buying Power
we leverage our buying power as a pack to help our members.
350+ Suppliers
An ever-extending supplier database and a growing product range.
Training Facilities
World-class training facilities at our members disposal.
National Footprint
We span the country, you can find us in every province.
Growth Solutions
Providing useful insights and tailored solutions to speed up growth.
Member stores in YOUR Community