supplier management

Supplier Strategy

Howdens was founded on the principle that the business should be worthwhile for all concerned and values the cooperative engagement with suppliers and the scale necessary to support suppliers’ businesses and investment plans. We have an ongoing commitment to ensure we act responsibly and in a sustainable manner, and it is essential to us that our suppliers respect their employees' health, safety and welfare in terms of working conditions and rights.

We require all our suppliers to agree and comply with our commitments and principles. In addition, we require that all suppliers comply with the Howden Joinery Supplier Code of Conduct.

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driving towards paperless supply chain

500

direct suppliers supporting our manufacturing and supply chain

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local suppliers helping keep our depots trading

Transforming Howdens Procurement

A local business with a global supply chain

Our Vision

Responsible Sourcing

We aim to continuously
enhance our responsible
and ethical sourcing practices
 

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What we value

Acting responsibly with
total commitment to quality.
 
 

Policy and Compliance

We expect our suppliers to continuously
monitor their compliance with
Howdens policies and support
a continuous improvement framework

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Want to become a Howdens Supplier

At Howdens we are committed to improving the collaborative relationships we have built with our suppliers and are developing new ways to improve how we communicate and transact with you.

Our partnership with SAP Ariba is key to the way in which we do business in an efficient and sustainable (paperless) way.

To understand more about the onboarding process please refer to the SAP ARIBA Supplier lifecycle and performance (SLP) Training guide, which includes details on how to contact us

 

 

Howdens is a local business with a global supply chain.  It was founded on the principle that the business should be worthwhile for all concerned, and values the cooperative engagement with suppliers and the scale necessary to support suppliers’ businesses and investment plans.

We have an ongoing commitment to ensure we act responsibly and in a sustainable manner, and it is essential to us that our suppliers respect their employees' health, safety and welfare in terms of working conditions and rights. 

This Supplier Code of Conduct commits us to performing due diligence on our suppliers and outlines the minimum standards we base this on, our expectations, and our methods of ensuring we all act responsibly together.

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES

For more information related to our terms and conditions, please visit the relevant link below

Historic Sustainability Reports

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business model

Business Model and Strategy

Find out more about our business model and strategy, the markets in which we operate and our strategic approach to protect our unique business model and ensure that the business continues to grow.
our depots

Depots

As a familiar sight across towns and cities in the UK and Europe, our depots are always within easy reach, so a trade professional never has far to travel to find their nearest Howdens. Get to know more about how each one operates.
sustainability

Sustainability

Our sustainable behaviour is at the heart of our business and enables us to reduce some of our risks. We take great pride in ensuring that our business positively impacts the world around us and the people within it.
community

Community

We are passionate about supporting the local communities we operate in, which is why our depots and support staff actively seek ways to give something back. Whether it is running half marathons or sponsoring local Scout groups, discover the many ways we help good causes.
products

Products

With around 80 kitchen ranges, our exclusive Lamona appliance brand, and thousands of products across joinery and hardware, learn why our builders have come to trust the range and quality of the products we offer.
people and careers

People and Careers

The Sunday Times named Howdens as one of the top 25 big companies to work for. Discover why Howdens is a great place to work, how we develop our people and reward them, whilst building a culture with an entrepreneurial spirit.
results

Financial Results

Download copies of the latest financial results for Howdens both past and present including the associated presentations and Interim Management Statements released between results announcements.
governance

Governance

Howdens is a responsible business which was founded on the tenet that the Company should be worthwhile for all concerned, with a commitment to the people within its reach and the wider world. Here we provide the links to the framework that informs our decisions and outcomes.