MARS PETCARE UK

PaymentCheck Score 2024
53Fair
6.0vs last year
#4220 in UK
#103 in Environment
#711 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
06649984
Registered Address
3d Dundee Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4LG
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,405
Turnover
£716,676,000
EBITDA
£125,230,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private unlimited company
Incorporated On
18 July 2008
Nature of Business
10920 - Manufacture of prepared pet foods
Industries
Environment,Agriculture And Waste
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
47 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
30%
31-60 Days
25%
After 60 Days
45%
Not Paid Within Terms7%

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: 2025-01-16
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202416 Jan 20254730%25%45%7%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20245837%23%40%7%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202304 Jul 20235345%25%30%6%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202220 Jan 20235924%52%24%8%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20226018%58%24%7%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20226316%59%25%11%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20216313%62%25%12%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202026 Feb 20216315%62%23%92%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20206015%63%22%9%

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

N/A

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers are instructed to contact Genpact Helpdesk Team who provides services to Mars at mars.aphelpdesk.uk@effem.com. Helpdesk Team will aim to resolve any dispute within 2-5 working days

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

MARS PETCARE UK is a leading company in the UK pet food industry, known for their commitment to sustainability and providing high-quality products and services. Their sustainability program focuses on four key areas: responsible sourcing, resource efficiency, waste reduction, and community engagement.

In terms of responsible sourcing, MARS PETCARE UK works closely with their suppliers to ensure ethical and sustainable practices are followed in the production of their ingredients. They also prioritize using renewable energy sources and reducing their carbon footprint through resource efficiency initiatives.

To minimize waste, the company has implemented packaging reduction strategies and actively works towards achieving zero waste to landfill in their operations. They also have community engagement programs, such as pet adoption and volunteering opportunities, to support animal welfare and promote responsible pet ownership.

MARS PETCARE UK offers a wide range of pet food products, including well-known brands such as Pedigree, Whiskas, and Royal Canin. They also offer veterinary services and pet healthcare products through their subsidiary, VCA UK. Their key people include Managing Director, David Smith, and Sustainability Manager, Jennifer Morgan.

The company's website, www.mars.co.uk, provides information on their sustainability initiatives and product offerings. Their registered office address is at 3D Dundee Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4LG. Overall, MARS PETCARE UK is dedicated to promoting sustainability and providing high-quality pet products and services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,735,000
Net Worth
£556,822,000
Total Current Assets
£507,257,000
Total Current Liabilities
£284,028,000

Company Location