Credit terms, better pricing, a named contact and fast reorders. A checklist for judging whether a trade account is worth opening.
A trade account should change how you buy, not just what you pay. Here's what to look for.
Pricing that reflects volume
Counter pricing is for one-off purchases. A trade account should price against your actual usage across categories, not just a single headline product.
Credit terms that match your cash cycle
Thirty-day terms are only useful if the statement cycle lines up with when you get paid. Ask about the statement date, not just the term length.
A named account contact
The difference between a good and bad merchant relationship is usually one person who knows your jobs. If nobody owns your account, nobody is accountable when a delivery slips.
Reordering from history
Rebuilding an order from scratch every time wastes your time and introduces errors. Order history plus a saved list turns a fifteen-minute call into a two-minute one.
Priority on the delivery schedule
When the fleet is busy, account holders should be routed first. That's the practical value of the relationship.
Monthly statements and clean paperwork
Invoices that match quotes, delivery notes that match invoices. Unglamorous, but it's where most disputes come from.
Opening an account with us takes one form and a short credit check. Apply online or call 07342 277485.