PURPOSE OF COMPETITION
To recognise the trade
supplier that has offered the best in supply, delivery, customer service,
product knowledge and awareness of retailers’ requirements.
JUDGING CRITERIA
In determining the
winner, the judges will take the following factors into account:
·
The service offered to
retail and the support offered
·
Delivery and returns
policies
·
Stocks and ordering
procedures
·
The support offered to
retailers to maximise their sales and profit
·
The planning and strategy involved in developing the
retail market and product ranges
·
The degree to which
products/services are new or adapted to market needs.
ELIGIBILITY
This award is open to British
based companies supplying to retail customers – either their own manufactured or externally
sourced products. There is no restriction in terms of product type being sold
so includes feed, clothing, saddlery, equipment etc.
We
are aiming to find the ‘best’ supplier through this process. The judging panel
will aim to allow a level playing field for all supplier entries regardless of
size and resources. Most of all the
judges are looking for high quality entries that demonstrate great service to
the retail trade.
We
welcome entries from suppliers of all sizes but we particularly encourage
entries from smaller suppliers as what they offer can be tailored very
effectively to retailers’ needs
GENERAL
All
financial information will be
treated in the strictest confidence and will not be disclosed to anyone other
than the panel of judges and its advisors.
Please provide enough relevant information
to enable the assessors to form a clear picture of your achievements.
Whilst
this form is designed for suppliers nominating their own company, retailers are
welcome to nominate any supplier that they feel offers them the best service
and works to help them build sales and profitability.
DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS - 14 July 2023