NATURES WAY FOODS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
55Fair
3.5vs last year
#3853 in UK
#629 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02896421
Registered Address
Park Farm, Chichester Road, Selsey, West Sussex, PO20 9HP
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,254
Turnover
£247,811,000
EBITDA
£18,010,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 February 1994
Nature of Business
10390 - Other processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables
Industries
Food And Drink
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
35 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
38%
31-60 Days
56%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms57%

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: 2023-06-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202320 Jun 20233538%56%6%57%
27 Sept 2021 - 26 Mar 202207 Jun 20223148%50%2%61%
27 Mar 2021 - 26 Sept 202128 Oct 20213052%46%2%59%
30 Sept 2020 - 26 Mar 202108 Apr 20212760%39%1%60%
31 Mar 2020 - 29 Sept 202015 Oct 20203247%50%3%60%
31 Mar 2019 - 29 Sept 201921 Oct 20193825%75%0%52%

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

Our company policy is 60 days payment terms however these are agreed on a case-by-case basis with the supplier .

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

We contact the supplier, either in writing or verbally, updating them on any differences between the invoice and purchase order which prevents us from processing their invoice in a timely manner. Once all parties are happy with the resolution, the invoice is processed onto our accounting software for 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

Natures Way Foods Limited is a British food manufacturing company that specializes in producing fresh, natural and sustainably sourced products. The company was founded in 1994 and has its headquarters in Chichester, West Sussex.

Sustainability is at the core of Natures Way Foods' operations, and the company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. These include using renewable energy sources, reducing waste and promoting sustainable farming practices among its suppliers.

The company's main product line includes prepared salads, fresh fruit, and vegetable products. These are made using locally sourced produce, and the company has a strict policy of only working with suppliers who adhere to sustainable and ethical practices.

Natures Way Foods Limited is led by an experienced management team, including CEO Susan Barratt and CFO Ruth Simpson. The company's website provides contact information for its corporate office and customer service department, as well as a list of key team members.

In addition to its focus on sustainability, Natures Way Foods is committed to providing high-quality, healthy products to its customers. The company's website features a range of recipes and meal ideas using their products, promoting a balanced and nutritious diet.

The registered office address for Natures Way Foods Limited is Selsey Road, Donnington, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 7DU. Their website, www.natureswayfoods.com, provides more information about their products, sustainability efforts, and contact details.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,883,000
Net Worth
£14,968,000
Total Current Assets
£32,803,000
Total Current Liabilities
£51,610,000

Company Location