WM MORRISON PRODUCE LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
38Poor
1.3vs last year
#4165 in UK
#199 in Distribution And Delivery
#214 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
00776224
Registered Address
Hilmore House, Gain Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD3 7DL
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,071
Turnover
£457,188,000
EBITDA
£32,213,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
4 October 1963
Nature of Business
10390 - Other processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables
Industries
Distribution And Delivery, Food And Drink
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
59 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
8%
31-60 Days
27%
After 60 Days
65%
Not Paid Within Terms3%

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: 2024-11-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
28 Oct 2024 - 27 Apr 202522 May 2025597%29%64%3%
30 Oct 2023 - 28 Apr 202424 May 20245610%29%61%7%
01 May 2023 - 29 Oct 202328 Nov 20235414%35%51%6%
31 Oct 2022 - 30 Apr 202331 May 20234530%50%19%4%
02 May 2022 - 30 Oct 202228 Feb 20234925%56%19%6%
01 Aug 2021 - 30 Jan 202201 Mar 20224632%46%22%2%
01 Feb 2021 - 01 Aug 202120 Aug 20214141%43%15%2%
03 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 202124 Feb 20214533%47%20%1%
03 Feb 2020 - 02 Aug 202028 Aug 20204333%45%21%1%
05 Aug 2019 - 02 Feb 202020 Feb 20204334%43%22%1%
06 Aug 2018 - 03 Feb 201901 Mar 20194629%48%24%1%

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

Wm Morrison Produce Limited has standard payment terms of 14 days for small suppliers (defined as having sales to Morrisons of less than £100k and submitting invoices electronically), and for all other suppliers standard payment terms are 30 or 60 days.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

Average days to pay have been calculated on the basis of when cleared funds are received by the supplier in accordance with guidance from the Department for Business, Energy & Industry Strategy . Under our standard terms payment date is when the payment is processed. Morrisons makes a Supply Chain Finance solution available to its suppliers which allows them to receive payments ahead of their standard payment terms.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

If a supplier has a query regarding an invoice or payment it will be handled by our dedicated Accounts Payable help desk through both freephone telephone and email. Details of which are available on our website. Once it is logged, there is a formal resolution and escalation process in place. Suppliers are also able to contact the relevant site Accounts Payable teams directly for assistance or queries regarding invoices and payments

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

WM Morrison Produce Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of fresh produce. The company is a subsidiary of the larger supermarket chain, Morrisons, and is headquartered in Bradford, England.

The main activities of WM Morrison Produce Limited include sourcing, growing, and supplying a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables to Morrisons stores across the UK. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. This includes investing in renewable energy sources, reducing waste and promoting sustainable farming practices.

WM Morrison Produce Limited offers a variety of products, including seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as year-round staples such as potatoes, onions, and carrots. The company also offers a range of organic produce and has partnerships with local farmers to ensure high-quality, locally sourced products.

The key people at WM Morrison Produce Limited include Managing Director, Andy Higginson, and Head of Agriculture, Mark Harrison. Both have extensive experience in the fresh produce industry and are committed to promoting sustainable and ethical practices.

To contact WM Morrison Produce Limited, you can visit their website at www.morrisons.co.uk or reach out to their registered office at Hilmore House, Gain Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD3 7DL. Overall, WM Morrison Produce Limited is dedicated to providing high-quality, sustainable produce to customers while also prioritizing environmental responsibility.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£6,000
Net Worth
£303,085,000
Total Current Assets
£400,462,000
Total Current Liabilities
£214,425,000

Company Location