LOCCITANE LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
72Fair
4.5vs last year
#2633 in UK
#53 in Healthcare And Wellbeing
#1083 in London

Company Information

Company Number
03278335
Registered Address
2nd Floor Capital House, 25 Chapel Street, London, United Kingdom, NW1 5DH
Status
Active
Employee Count
350
Turnover
£59,662,000
EBITDA
£1,861,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
14 November 1996
Nature of Business
47750 - Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores
Industries
Healthcare And Wellbeing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
64%
31-60 Days
27%
After 60 Days
9%
Not Paid Within Terms28%

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 L'OCCITANE LIMITED to pay invoices to suppliers has fluctuated over the past three periods, with a slight decrease from 2020-2021 followed by an increase in 2022-2023. However, overall, there has been a general upward trend in the average time to pay since 2019.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of L'OCCITANE LIMITED's payment patterns can be seen in the varying percentages of invoices paid within 30 days and later than 60 days. There were significant changes in these percentages between the periods of 2020-2021 and 2022-2023, indicating a lack of consistency in payment behavior.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-01-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Jan 20243064%27%9%28%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202330 Jan 20243662%25%13%33%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202230 Jan 20243660%23%17%36%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202230 Jan 20243858%27%15%30%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202130 Jan 20243066%23%11%23%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202129 Apr 20213558%29%13%51%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202023 Oct 20203156%33%11%61%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202015 Sept 20202567%30%3%70%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201915 Sept 20202081%18%1%53%

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

Company policy on new suppliers contracts are to be 60 days from date of invoice. Our terms may vary depending on type of service for example rent, utilities, temporary labour.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The account payable team handles the vendor queries by telephone and email. In turn the team will reach out to other departments or external consultants, where applicable, should further information or clarification is required. On resolution a payment can be made.

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

L'OCCITANE LIMITED is a leading beauty and skincare company that was founded in 1976 in Provence, France. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and using natural ingredients in their products.

Their sustainability program, called "Responsible Beauty," focuses on four key areas: preserving the environment, supporting local communities, ethical sourcing, and reducing their carbon footprint. L'OCCITANE has a strict policy against animal testing and uses recyclable packaging for their products.

Their products range from skincare, haircare, and body care to fragrances and home fragrances. They are all made with natural and organic ingredients, such as shea butter, lavender, and almond oil, sourced from sustainable and fair trade partnerships.

The key people at L'OCCITANE LIMITED include the CEO, Reinold Geiger, who has been with the company since 1994, and the Chairman, Olivier Baussan, who founded the company. They are both committed to the company's mission of creating high-quality, natural products while being environmentally and socially responsible.

The company's website, uk.loccitane.com, provides customers with a wide range of products, information on their sustainability program, and a store locator to find the nearest L'OCCITANE store. Their registered office address is located in London, UK.

In summary, L'OCCITANE LIMITED is a sustainable beauty company that offers a variety of natural and organic products. With a strong commitment to ethical practices and community support, they have become a trusted brand in the beauty industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,390,000
Net Worth
£7,172,000
Total Current Assets
£21,034,000
Total Current Liabilities
£12,723,000

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