Being part of Houlden gives you access to unrivalled industry connections, the most competitive terms on goods and services and a transparent and collaborative relationship with fellow Members, Suppliers and the Houlden team. Every deal we negotiate is with our Members in mind. You are at the heart of every decision we make and we are dedicated to helping you become stronger and more successful, without sacrificing your independence.
Connecting together makes us stronger...become part of the exclusive group of Jewellers of Excellence.
BECOME A MEMBER
Member Privileges
- A minimum of £10,000 annual savings on business services
- Preferential supplier rates and terms
- All supplier discounts are passed in full to our members
- Business advice and networking opportunities
- Centralised invoicing and payment system
- Specialist training courses
- Access to the British School of Watchmaking
- Importation and hallmarking service
- Bi-annual Members’ days with presentations from specialist speakers
- Bi-annual Suppliers’ events attended by many top quality UK and foreign jewellery suppliers
Member Benefits
- CONNECTION: A wealth of collective experience and unparalleled knowledge.
- INSIGHT: Unrivalled industry insight, expertise, and benefits.
- BUYING POWER: Exceptional purchasing power and reduced costs.
- MARKETING: Collaborative strategies designed to drive results.
- TRAINING: Improved knowledge and empowered employees.
- Get the Houlden Advantage. Become part of Houlden - Jewellers of Excellence.
Membership Criteria
Houlden Jewellers are looking for luxury independent jewellers with a retail turnover (before VAT) of a minimum £1million, with a focus on the middle to upper end of the market place.
We consider many areas of your business before acceptance into the group. We consider both companies and partnerships but all must have excellent credit references.
We have no specific geographical exclusivity for our current members, however if you are in close proximity to one of our members, we will consult them before action is taken.
To confirm the brands carried and the image of quality conveyed by product ranges and displays, outlets and websites will be visited.
Once all facts gathered, directors will take the decision for the overall benefit of the group.
BECOME A SUPPLIER
Why become a Supplier?
Representing over 70 quality, independent outlets throughout the UK and Ireland, with combined annual retail sales estimated of over £250 million, The Houlden Group presents a formidable organisation for key suppliers looking to grow their business.
Before a supplier can be accepted as a Group preferential Supplier, they must be willing to extend privileged buying terms in recognition of the benefits of the partnership with Houlden.
Supplier Benefits
- Introduction to some of UK and Irelands top independent retailers
- Invitation to attend our buying exhibitions to personally meet members
- Centralised invoicing and reference for accounting queries
- Prompt payments
- Branding opportunities within our regular mailings to members
- Promotional opportunities within our member only website and possible inclusion in our members' personalised marketing projects
