PHOENIX HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
38Poor
3.3vs last year
#4116 in UK
#89 in Healthcare And Wellbeing
#325 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
00129370
Registered Address
Rivington Road, Whitehouse Industrial Estate, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 3DJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,560
Turnover
£1,632,037,000
EBITDA
£29,583,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
4 June 1913
Nature of Business
46460 - Wholesale of pharmaceutical goods
Industries
Healthcare And Wellbeing,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
53 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:92 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
17%
31-60 Days
57%
After 60 Days
26%
Not Paid Within Terms16%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The data for Phoenix Healthcare Distribution Limited shows a general trend of decreasing average time to pay invoices over the years, with a slight increase in the most recent period. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also been consistently high, while the percentages for invoices paid between 31-60 days and later than 60 days have fluctuated. There is a noticeable increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the period of 2022-2023.

Volatility Analysis

The data for Phoenix Healthcare Distribution Limited shows a relatively stable trend with small fluctuations in the percentages for invoices paid within 30 days and between 31-60 days. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has shown more volatility, with a significant increase in the period of 2022-2023.

Summary Analysis

Between the periods of Feb 2018 - July 2018 and Feb 2022 - July 2022, there was a decrease in the average time to pay invoices from 50 to 46 days. However, in the most recent period of Feb 2023 - July 2023, there was an increase to 53 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained consistently high, with a slight increase from 12% in Feb 2018 - July 2018 to 23% in Aug 2020 - Jan 2021. The percentage of invoices paid between 31-60 days has fluctuated between 67% and 75%, with a peak in Aug 2021 - Jan 2022. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has fluctuated between 8% and 26%, with a significant increase in Feb 2022 - July 2022. The shortest (or only) standard payment period has remained consistent at 7 days.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-08-15
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 202503 Sept 2025579%54%37%25%
01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 202429 Feb 2024549%61%30%18%
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 202315 Aug 20235317%57%26%16%
01 Aug 2022 - 31 Jan 202328 Feb 20235213%61%26%20%
01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 202231 Aug 20224618%69%13%22%
01 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 202228 Feb 20224617%75%9%21%
01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 202101 Sept 20214719%72%9%21%
01 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 202104 Mar 20214523%69%8%32%
01 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 202026 Aug 20204821%67%12%47%
01 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 202026 Feb 20204912%71%16%48%
01 Feb 2019 - 31 Jul 201930 Aug 20194816%69%15%41%
01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 201901 Mar 20194912%69%19%45%
01 Feb 2018 - 31 Jul 201830 Aug 20185012%68%20%45%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard contractual terms for wholesale stock is 75 days average (before 2 in 3 months due net) . Depending on the category, higher or lower standard terms may also be employed in line with industry standards for those areas.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

92

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes or complaints should be communicated to the Phoenix Healthcare Distribution Ltd's Accounts Payable Reconciliation Associate in the first instance and can be escalated to the Accounts Payable Supervisor or Accounts Payable Manager if necessary

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

PHOENIX HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED is a leading healthcare distribution company in the UK. They provide a wide range of products and services to the healthcare industry, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer healthcare products.

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes investing in energy-efficient technology, reducing waste and promoting recycling, and sourcing products from sustainable suppliers.

PHOENIX HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED is led by a team of experienced and dedicated professionals, including the CEO, Julie Roberts, who has been with the company for over 25 years. The company also has a strong corporate social responsibility program, with a focus on supporting local communities and charities.

Their product range includes both branded and generic pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and over-the-counter products. They also offer a range of services, such as warehousing and logistics, to support their customers' needs.

The company's website, www.phoenixmedical.co.uk, provides information on their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts. Their registered office address is Rivington Road, Whitehouse Industrial Estate, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 3DJ.

In summary, PHOENIX HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED is a reputable and environmentally-conscious healthcare distribution company in the UK, with a diverse range of products and services. Their commitment to sustainability, strong leadership, and community involvement make them a trusted and responsible partner in the healthcare industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£18,057,000
Net Worth
£257,690,000
Total Current Assets
£687,377,000
Total Current Liabilities
£464,571,000

Company Location