MERCK SHARP & DOHME (UK) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
68Fair
1.1vs last year
#2526 in UK
#20 in Life Sciences And Medical Technology
#1026 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00233687
Registered Address
120 Moorgate, London, United Kingdom, EC2M 6UR
Status
Active
Employee Count
748
Turnover
£1,590,607,000
EBITDA
£44,798,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 September 1928
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
41 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
62%
31-60 Days
8%
After 60 Days
30%
Not Paid Within Terms15%

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: 2025-07-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202528 Jul 20254162%8%30%15%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202410 Jan 20253757%12%31%8%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202404 Jul 20244051%16%33%9%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202302 Aug 20235827%19%54%30%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202126 Jan 20226725%13%62%19%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202125 Aug 20216427%19%54%20%
01 Nov 2020 - 31 Dec 202026 Aug 20211495%4%1%3%

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

90 Days

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

All enquires and complaints can be logged with our dedicated Helpdesk(telephone & email). Issues generally relate to incorrect invoice submissions including incorrect amounts , incorrect/missing PO and VAT numbers. The metrics of the Helpdesk are reviewed for quality and effectiveness quarterly

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

Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited is a pharmaceutical company that operates in the United Kingdom. The company is a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., a global healthcare company based in the United States.

The main activities of Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited include the development, manufacturing, and marketing of prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. The company's products are used to treat a wide range of diseases and conditions, including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases.

In line with its commitment to sustainability, Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited has implemented various programs and initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves. The company has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint, increase the use of renewable energy, and minimize waste in its operations. It also partners with organizations and NGOs to support access to healthcare in underserved communities and promote public health education.

Some of the key people at Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited include the Managing Director, Medical Director, and Finance Director. The company employs over 3,000 people in the UK and has its registered office located at Hertford Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 9BU.

To learn more about Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited and its products and services, you can visit their website at www.msd-uk.com. The website also provides contact information for general inquiries, media relations, and product information. The company is committed to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of people and the planet, and its sustainability efforts reflect this commitment.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£225,365,000
Net Worth
£300,891,000
Total Current Assets
£538,532,000
Total Current Liabilities
£224,803,000

Company Location