Sainsbury’s has introduced a significant update to its Nectar card scheme, allowing customers to earn more points when purchasing groceries. Shoppers will now receive one Nectar point for every £1 spent when ordering Sainsbury’s groceries via the Uber Eats app or online.
This new arrangement covers orders placed from over 1,300 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK, offering customers a convenient way to accumulate points. These Nectar points can subsequently be redeemed for various rewards, including outings and dining experiences.
Katie Hunter, Uber Eats’ general manager for grocery and retail in the UK, commented on the collaboration: “We know how much Uber Eats customers love Nectar, so bringing points directly to their Sainsbury’s orders was a no-brainer. Now, they can collect Nectar points on all their Sainsbury’s essentials as well as spending them across the entire Uber app. It’s all about delivering flexibility, convenience and value for customers right alongside their favourite groceries.”
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To redeem points, customers should open the Nectar app, navigate to the partners section, and exchange their point balance for an Uber voucher. This voucher can be applied to future Uber journeys or Uber Eats orders.
Mark Given, Sainsbury’s chief technology, marketing and data officer, highlighted the benefits of the partnership, stating: “Nectar members can already turn their points into Uber rides or Uber Eats treats - and now they can collect points when ordering Sainsbury’s groceries through Uber Eats too. It’s another way we’re helping customers get more from Nectar, whether they’re stocking up on essentials, planning dinner or making everyday life that little bit easier.”
Customers wishing to start collecting points need only add their Nectar card details within the Uber Eats app, choose groceries from a participating Sainsbury’s store, and complete their order as usual.
Sainsbury’s continues to compete in the grocery market alongside rivals such as Tesco, Asda, and Morrisons.