NORTHERN FOODS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
57Fair
4.4vs last year
#3605 in UK
#125 in Supply Chain
#160 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
00471864
Registered Address
Trinity Park House, Fox Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 8EE
Status
Active
Employee Count
213
Turnover
£0
EBITDA
-£5,208,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
15 August 1949
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
32 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
59%
31-60 Days
22%
After 60 Days
19%
Not Paid Within Terms79%

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 average time taken for NORTHERN FOODS LIMITED to pay invoices has been fluctuating over the past three periods, with a slight increase in the most recent period.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of the average time taken to pay invoices has been relatively low, with only a 2 day difference between the shortest and longest periods.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-09-08
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 202505 Sept 20253451%32%17%95%
01 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 202521 Feb 20252861%24%15%76%
01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 202427 Feb 20243550%28%23%84%
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 202308 Sept 20233259%22%19%79%
01 Aug 2022 - 31 Jan 202308 Sept 20233556%19%25%79%
01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 202213 Sept 20223457%21%22%76%
01 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 202203 Mar 20223061%22%18%81%
01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 202131 Aug 20213253%30%17%83%
01 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 202101 Mar 20212665%25%11%83%
01 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 202024 Sept 20202669%15%16%79%
01 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 202027 Feb 20202868%19%13%79%
01 Feb 2019 - 31 Jul 201922 Aug 20193459%18%23%88%
01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 201925 Feb 20193450%33%16%84%
01 Feb 2018 - 31 Jul 201829 Aug 20183359%21%20%85%
01 Aug 2017 - 31 Jan 201827 Feb 20183358%21%21%86%

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

We shall pay the price of the goods and the services on our first working day following the end of the third month following receipt of a correctly constituted VAT invoice or, if later, upon our acceptance of the goods or services in question.

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

120

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoices are matched on receipt and disputed invoices notified to the supplier. Disputes are managed directly between the supplier and site and resolved items are then reprocessed.

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

Northern Foods Limited is a British food and beverage company that specializes in the production and distribution of a wide range of food products. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Leeds, United Kingdom.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact and promoting ethical and responsible practices. They have implemented initiatives such as reducing food waste, promoting sustainable sourcing of ingredients, and minimizing their carbon footprint.

Northern Foods Limited offers a variety of products, including ready meals, sandwiches, cakes, and snacks. They also have a range of vegetarian and vegan options, catering to a diverse range of dietary preferences. Their products are available in major supermarkets and retail stores across the UK.

The key people in Northern Foods Limited include the CEO, David Wild, and the Chairman, Sandy Ogg. They lead a team of over 10,000 employees who are committed to providing high-quality and sustainable food products.

For more information on Northern Foods Limited, their products, and sustainability program, you can visit their website at www.northernfoods.co.uk. Their registered office address is at Northern Foods Limited, 2 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£689,031,000
Total Current Assets
£1,983,978,000
Total Current Liabilities
£2,562,933,000

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