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Business for sale in United Kingdom - Ak039-specialist cosmetic products manufacturer & distributor-home counties

| Asking Price: | 830,000 £ | |
Real Estate: | Lease |
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| Sales Revenue: | 831,000 £ | ||||||||||
| Net Profit: | 300,000 £ | ||||||||||
| Year Established: | 1987 | ||||||||||
| Employees: | 6FT, 1PT | ||||||||||
| # of family members employed: | Not Disclosed | ||||||||||
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Business description

this profitable and unique manufacturing distribution business was first established in 1987 and incorporated into a limited company in 1998.
the business has been importing and distributing established brand name products through-out its history. In 2002 the u.s based manufacture of the products that the company was distributing ran into financial difficulty. As such, the uk business took the opportunity to acquire the operation and trademarks of the u.s. Based manufacturer. They retained the well-known brand names and retained the same contract manufacturer to continue manufacturing their products. These products have remained a cornerstone of the business since. There is limited competition, with only one other british manufacturer of similar products.
with the ownership of trademarked product names and formula’s, the business is in a unique position in the market. Over the last 2 decades, the company has established long-term relations with clients across the health and leisure sector. Supplying nationally from their distribution warehouse and offices located in the home counties, the business supplies to independent and national health-clubs, spas, hotels, resorts and salons. They have also built on relations and trade with both u.k. And european sub-distributors. Currently supplying to several countries internationally, there is exceptional potential for further growth, including the u.s. And canadian markets.
equipment:
the business has a fully integrated back office system for all customer records and accounting, allowing for streamlined ordering, distribution, marketing and accounts. The business operations are currently run from well-fitted offices located on the 1st floor of the 6000 sq ft modern warehouse.
customer service:
the company has prided itself in exceeding customer expectations from the outset. Order processing and customer service requests are always responded to in a timely manner by the office staff, with the flexible distribution and fast turnaround afforded by holding stock in a large u.k. Based warehouse.
the business focuses on producing the highest quality products and maintaining standards via their exclusive formulas and established contract manufacturer relationship. This focus has proven to reap rewards through growth over the years and consistent repeat orders.
the company’s philosophy is to supply the very best value in terms of price, quality, reliability, and pre-sales technical advice and after sales service.
key strengths:
the brand name trademarks and long history of both the company itself and the products the company produces and distributes is obviously a great asset to the business. A further key strength of the company is the manufacturing status of the business. Unlike the majority of its competition, who merely act as distributers for mainly foreign based manufactures, the business holds a unique position as the only uk based and owned manufacturer of the type of products in its sector. This critically allows the business to be more competitive when setting price point while maintaining profit margin.
growth and expansion opportunities:
the business has so far held back from retailing directly to customers, looking to sell via high street retail outlets and a network of sub distributors. The direct retail, mail-order and internet retailing operations could all be greatly expanded, with the potential to increase turnover, margin and the bottom line.
there has been explosive growth in this specialised sector in easter europe, which this business is primed to capitalise on from a strong and established base. The company already has sub-distribution relations in place in europe, and has established a solid foothold. Also unlike other u.k. And european distributors, the company owns the rights to the manufacture of their own key brands. This puts them in a unique position to produce even more revenue growth from expansion opportunities offered to the marketplace.
with the distribution model in-place, and an extensive database of satisfied customers, the business could easily support new complimentary product ranges.
Additional information

| Additional information: | Not Disclosed |
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| Support & training: | The vendor will agree to a hand-over period, negotiated at time of sale to assure the successful transition of operations to new ownership. |
| Reasons for selling: | the vendor is looking to reap the rewards of that hard-work |
| Financing available: | Not Disclosed |
| Inventory / Stock value: | Not Disclosed |
Real Estate

| Ownership: | no |
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| Lease: | yes |
| Lease terms: | Not Disclosed |
| Location: | The business is operated from a large, modern warehouse facility located in the Home Counties, close to major transport links such as the M25 and M1 . The warehouse covers approximately 6000 sq ft, with a small reception area, main office, kitchen and toilet block facilities downstairs. On the purpose built 1st floor, is approximately 900 sq ft of office space, comprising a main office area, with two separate offices to one side. The business currently owns the freehold of the premises. The business is offered for sale on a leasehold basis but the freehold benefit of the premises could be secured within the sale, if required, by way of separate negotiation. The operation could be re-located if desired. |
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