JOIN THS - Supplier Enquiry

Introduction

Interested in becoming part of the THS sucess story? 

Independent dealers and distributors form a key part of the consumables market, serving customers on a local or regional basis. Without the commercial advantage of volume purchasing, they differentiate their offer to end-user customers based on stock availability and exceptional customer service rather than on price when competing with national distributors.

THS Tools Group was formed in 1975 to assist this important group of distributors to develop and grow their businesses through lower costs and the added benefits that a buying group can offer. By selecting to work collaboratively with key brand leaders and manufacturers, THS provides suppliers with access, via its Members, to a customer base that they may otherwise find difficult to address.

30 years on, the THS membership consists of a network of over 130 independent distribution outlets chosen to represent key coverage in the UK – varying in size from family owned companies to larger regional businesses. For most suppliers, independent distributors are difficult to trade with on an individual basis. Given the range of commercial activities involved in a supply chain relationship, from product and price negotiation through to managing the invoicing and payment processes, THS suppliers benefit with increased turnover and resultant business expansion.

The most compelling benefit to suppliers of working with THS is that it provides a single gateway to the purchasing, marketing and payment activities of a network of over 130 independent distribution outlets and their end-user customers.

With an experienced team of specialists across all aspects of product sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, credit control and business development, THS not only understands the industry but also exists to ensure the continual trading success of its member companies. It is a genuine win-win scenario for Members and Suppliers alike.

A single consolidated view

THS’ central invoicing and credit philosophy offers suppliers outstanding advantages in terms of trading convenience and direct cost-saving, providing one central point for debtor control compared with the option of dealing on an individual basis with over 130 outlets.

Marketing and promotional advantages

THS promotional programs deliver gains in: 

  • The way supplier brands and products are presented to a market that may otherwise be difficult to address directly, resulting in a cost-effective increase in market awareness and product positioning. 
  • Through its established bespoke promotional offer publications, Toolstop, Toolstop Extra, Toostop Additions & Power Toolstop, THS gives suppliers the opportunity to offer exclusive deals to end-user customers via the Members. 
  • As key annual calendar events, both the THS Conference and THS Exhibition provide suppliers with a valuable opportunity to meet with Member distributors and the THS team ‘under one roof’ to share industry views, issues and discuss new initiatives. 
  • Suppliers have access to Members via a variety of formats: weekly bulletins, training sessions, trade shows and via THS based events.
  • The opportunity for suppliers to showcase products in the THS Exhibition Centre
  • Where required, suppliers can bespoke their product catalogues for Members to ensure the maximum promotional value for all parties.

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