Most of Europe is experiencing a financial crisis. Golf Clubs are no exception and need to ‘tighten their belts’ or they will be staring potential failure in the face.
Material Matters Ltd, were the first to recognise the benefits of golf buying groups and the first to the market in this space. They are now working with over 150 clubs across the UK, helping them with their purchasing across the complete spectrum of course and clubhouse supplies.
“Our aim from the outset was to create innovative purchasing solutions for our partners combining the highest quality of products and service with the considerable cost savings that can be achieved by combining purchasing power from many clubs” says Paul Mould, founder and Director.
Material Matters are helping save clubs money in all areas, utilities to grass seed, telephones to envelopes, photocopiers to potatoes and more. By their own admission food and beverage is the most complex area that they cover.
Simon Trundle, Head of Food and Beverage at Material Matters is really clear on where they add value. “We look to bring clarity, professionalism and cost effectiveness to foodservice operations, ensuring quality and value for both our partners and their customers. We help and support the club to achieve greater purchasing efficiency. We recognise that the needs of every club vary so we tailor our approach accordingly identifying the areas of opportunity. It’s not just about having one supplier solution. Our national agreements are supplemented by a comprehensive list of regional suppliers who are well placed to service the needs of the local market. We recognise the growing interest in sustainability and food provenance and are able to respond to these requirements across every food type.”
“Any solutions we may propose to increase clubs profitability will never be at the expense of the product quality, service or the clubs choice and independence. We will always strive to increase quality & service, not to compromise it.”
In these continuing tough trading conditions margin is vital though. Working with Material Matters gives you the peace of mind that you are buying competitively and that your prices are being professionally managed at all times.
Club savings in excess of £20,000 per year have already been made – what club can afford not to look at Material Matters Ltd as their purchasing partner?