Costcutter has strengthened its buying team with two new trading managers.

Steve McCann joins from Sainsbury's convenience division. He will be responsible for alcohol, tobacco and news. He has 12 years' experience in these categories.

The second appointment is Peter Lightfoot, former buying director for Isle of Man-based Shopright. His portfolio will include soft drinks, crisps & snacks, cereals, petfood, paper. He will also be responsible for the own-label relaunch.