What is a buying group?
A Buying Group is people power in action - by uniting and using our combined volumes to bring us buying power, CSC have negotiated exclusive discounts and offers through our suppliers based on the large combined volumes. This means more savings in your pockets.
Another way to think of a Buying Group is either like an ‘insurance or mortgage broker’ or as a ‘procurement team’ working for you. We broker the deals and offers on your behalf – we do the work, you make the savings!
Not all Buying Groups are free, CSC proudly are.
Who can join CSC?
If you’re a business or organisation, you’re welcome! We cater to operations of all types & sizes - from sole traders and associations, to limited liability companies and not-for-profits. Most of our members are small to medium enterprises (SMEs), the backbone of New Zealand’s economy.
At present, membership is exclusively for businesses, and we cannot accommodate individuals.
How much will I save?
Savings vary depending on your business's purchasing quantities, the supplier you use, and the products you purchase. Many members save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars annually—or even on a single purchase—depending on their purchase volume and categories.
Each supplier offers a range of discounts and/or offers. Browse our Save page to see the average savings from each supplier. For certain suppliers we have a fixed CSC pricelist - this is the price you will pay. As our suppliers have 100,000’s of products between them we cannot offer a fixed pricelist across the board.
Feel free to talk to one of our team about your current spending and expected savings.
Have a great savings story? We would love to hear it.
How do I know which suppliers I can use?
There are a number of ways you can see and keep up-to-date with our suppliers.
Firstly, all Suppliers can be found on our website, along with offer details. If you can open an account with the supplier there will be a link or instructions on how to do so.
Second, our CSC App features our suppliers in the “all offers” tab. Details are on how to access the deal can be found by clicking into the supplier coupon. If you have “Notifications” turned on in your app you will receive updates on new suppliers and offers.
You will also receive regular EDM’s with news, new suppliers, and offers, direct to your inbox. You can unsubscribe to these by hitting “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email.
Looking for a supplier we don’t offer?
If you can’t find an item, category, or supplier you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
We are always looking for new supplier partners and categories, that would provide benefit to our members. Plus, you would be surprised by the range some commercial divisions, of large retail brands, have access to (which is not found in store).
No obligation to purchase – how does this work?
Once you have joined CSC you can choose which suppliers and offers you use. Signing up to CSC does not automatically mean your current supplier accounts are linked. You need to say the word for this to happen – rest assured we check that you will be better off being linked to CSC pricing.
You may have one favourite supplier that you use every week, or you may use multiple suppliers and offers – pick & choose the deals that suit you. We do find that our members tend to spend & save in more than one category.
What is a linked account?
A linked account is a charge or credit account in your name that is attached to CSC pricing and discounts with a supplier.
What this means is that it is your account, you can purchase any item you wish from the supplier, you pay the bill and manage the account. The exciting bit is your account is loaded with CSC pricing, saving you money.
How do I link or open an account with a supplier?
You can open or link an account by clicking on the “ACCOUNTS” button in the website header. This then gives you two options:
• Link an Existing Account – complete the form, indicating the suppliers you wish to link, and then Submit this form to us. We then send the request to the Supplier who will first check that you are not linked to another offer or group, and you will make savings with CSC, before linking your account. The time this takes can vary between supplier, but we will keep you updated as to progress and outcomes. Typically is takes 24 – 72 hours.
• Open an Account – select the supplier you wish to open an account with and follow the instructions. In most cases it will be a link to an online account form, a down loadable form, or a request for CSC to send you an account form.
How does the CSC app work?
The CSC app is designed to be used for your less frequent purchases, where you do not wish to open an account. You simply show the supplier coupon or quote the redemption code, found in the app, when purchasing in store or online to receive CSC pricing and discounts. You pay for the goods, via cash or card, at the point of sale.
When you sign up as a CSC Member you will receive instructions on how to download and register your CSC app. Up to 5 members of staff are permitted to download the app.
Can I offer my staff the discount’s?
Our CSC offer is designed for business-to-business spend, however our 1Team division specialise in providing employee and member benefits to allow your team or members access to over 50 deals. A hassle-free and convenient way to reward your team.
For more information on 1Team click here.
* Please note there is a cost with 1Team. 1Team offer special rates for charities and not-for-profits.
What if I no longer want to be part of CSC?
We will be sad to see you go, but you can un-link any account by notifying us and we will have the supplier un-link your account.
If you don’t want to receive our emails and supplier updates (we promise not to bombard you!) you can unsubscribe from our mailing list, but still be a CSC member.
If you wish to cancel your CSC membership please contact us and we will remove your details from our Membership list and remove your access to our CSC App.
As a not-for-profit, where do your profits go?
Our profits are donated, via our CSC Trust, to various charities and organisations.
We focus on practical, impactful giving that benefits communities. Three of our main partners are Transform Aotearoa, Christian Camping New Zealand, and Go Generosity.
In 2024 CSC donated $120,000 to over 50 charities covering disability, poverty, camping, education and more.
To learn more about where we give click here.
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