J.D. WILLIAMS & COMPANY LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
60Fair
12.4vs last year
#3074 in UK
#124 in Creative
#229 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
00178367
Registered Address
Griffin House, 40 Lever Street, Manchester, M60 6ES
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,856
Turnover
£658,300,000
EBITDA
-£28,300,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
13 December 1921
Nature of Business
47910 - Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
47 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
22%
31-60 Days
50%
After 60 Days
28%
Not Paid Within Terms32%

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)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-03-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
02 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 202515 Oct 20253742%47%11%15%
29 Aug 2024 - 01 Mar 202528 Mar 20254722%50%28%32%
02 Sept 2023 - 02 Mar 202426 Mar 20244623%53%24%31%
27 Aug 2022 - 03 Mar 202328 Mar 20235018%51%31%34%
26 Feb 2022 - 27 Aug 202226 Sept 20225020%50%30%30%
29 Aug 2021 - 25 Feb 202229 Mar 20225317%52%31%38%
28 Feb 2021 - 28 Aug 202130 Sept 20215419%49%33%34%
30 Aug 2020 - 27 Feb 202131 Mar 20214121%43%37%36%
03 Mar 2020 - 29 Aug 202002 Dec 20204035%52%13%20%
02 Mar 2019 - 30 Aug 201902 Oct 20196617%48%35%61%
01 Sept 2018 - 01 Mar 201919 Jul 20194820%58%23%57%

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

JD Williams have multiple payment terms, ranging from immediate payment to 60 days. This is dependent upon the type of product and the geographical location of where that product or service is being sourced from. JD Williams group have been working on clearing aged creditor balances during the reporting period.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Query on unpaid invoice • Request outstanding invoice number from the supplier • Search in Accounts Payable system to see if invoice is showing on supplier account • If invoice is present & validated advise supplier of payment date determined by due date • If invoice is not present on the account, check our interface management system to identify if has been received. If yes, determine reason for rejection and advise supplier of issue, then request invoice to be resent • If invoice has never been received, contact supplier to request a copy to be sent direct to the correct Invoice submission email address reinforcing the Group’s requirements for invoice submission • We proactively request supplier statements showing all outstanding items and use this to reconcile vs the supplier account on our ledger. Copies of any missing invoices or credits will be requested and sent to the correct Invoice submission email address for processing Query regarding payment received by a supplier • If a supplier queries a payment which they have received then we request the relevant account details, payment date & amount received by them to search for the transaction in our Accounts Payable system (Oracle) • Accounts Payable will check the relevant payment and advise if it has been paid into the account that the supplier has advised • Accounts Payable will then confirm which invoice & credit note number’s the payment was settling Query regarding payment never received • when a supplier advises they have never received the payment detailed in the remittance advice we will locate the relevant invoice and cross reference the payment details in HSBC • Accounts Payable will then check to identify whether it has cleared or has been returned to our account by the bank If payment has been returned we will identify the reason for failure and contact the supplier for the correct information, we will then amend the supplier account details when received in writing and resend the failed payment.

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

J.D. Williams & Company Limited is a British retail company that specializes in fashion and home goods. It was founded in 1875 and is based in Manchester, England.

The company offers a wide range of products, including clothing, footwear, accessories, and home furnishings, catering to a diverse customer base of all ages and sizes. They also have a strong online presence, making their products accessible to customers all over the UK.

J.D. Williams & Company Limited is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes using eco-friendly materials in their products, promoting recycling and reducing waste in their operations, and reducing their carbon footprint by using sustainable transportation methods.

Some of their popular sustainable products include organic cotton clothing, recycled plastic bags, and bamboo-based home goods. They also have a range of products made from sustainable materials, such as Tencel and Lyocell.

The company is led by CEO Steve Johnson, who has been with the company since 2015. Under his leadership, J.D. Williams has seen significant growth and success.

To contact J.D. Williams & Company Limited, customers can visit their website at www.jdwilliams.co.uk or call their customer service hotline at 0345 071 9018. The company's registered office address is Griffin House, 40 Lever Street, Manchester, M60 6ES, United Kingdom.

In summary, J.D. Williams & Company Limited is a well-established British retail company that offers a wide range of sustainable products and is committed to reducing their environmental impact. With a strong online presence and a dedicated team, they continue to provide quality products and services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£13,100,000
Net Worth
£47,800,000
Total Current Assets
£652,700,000
Total Current Liabilities
£700,400,000

Company Location