Machine Embroidery Printing & Retail Clothing Business With Freehold | | Undisclosed County Londonderry | | Machine Embroidery, Printing & Retail Clothing Business with Freehold Confidentially offered for sale Ref No: JF027 Location: Londonderry / Northern Ireland Freehold Asking price: £245,000 | | BUSINESS FOR SALE ADVERT DETAILS ADVERT NUMBER : 38085
ADVERT IMPRESSIONS : 11,629 TIME(S) | | | | BUSINESS SECTOR: | Retail | | TRADE TYPE: | Cloths & Fabric Shops | | SALE: | Agent Sale | FREEHOLD: | £245,000 | | | | | | | | | | Add this business advert to your: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | BUSINESS DETAILS: | Business Profile:
Having identified a niche market, this specialist embroidery, printing and retail clothing company was established approximately ten years ago. Since inception it has evolved into a successful company providing a superior service and retailing modern corporate clothing for men and women plus a selection of uniform wear that can be personalised with individual logos. Customers select their choice of clothing from the company website and then choose the logo to be embroidered onto the garments.
The business has gained an excellent reputation and is well equipped with computer aided design technology and accounting systems. The business focus is on embroidery for the corporate clothing market and has gained an impressive repeat order client base. The work wear, uniforms and corporate clothing industry is a growing market. A high percentage of the working population plus school children wear a type of work-related uniform or clothing, which offers fantastic growth potential and a high level of “spin off” business.
This is a business with a big reputation yet small enough to offer clients personal attention.
Equipment:
• 1 printing machine
• 4 embroidery machines (age 3 yrs old)
• Software for design
Customer Service:
Personal attention to detail plus providing a quality service is a priority of this professional company.
Competition:
This business is seen as a “Premier” service provider in the area, producing quality work.
Employees:
Three employees cover the design and purchase, secretarial and machine operator and stock control duties.
Key Strengths:
The company provides a quality range of local School Uniforms, Industrial Clothing, Corporate Wear, Golf Wear plus Police and Fire Service Clothing, that can all be personalised with individual logos, if required, providing viable solutions that endorse the company’s reputation.
Growth and Expansion:
A more pro-active approach to work plus an assertive approach to advertising could generate more business and profit. The current owner also concedes that regular canvassing of the extensive client base could generate substantial regular orders at very little cost. There is potential to increase secondary school sales and possibly increase the geographical area supplied. Additionally, there is the opportunity to expand into general garment sales, which could be sourced through the existing network of suppliers.
Advertising and Marketing:
Limited money has been invested on marketing. The majority of orders are via word of mouth recommendation and the company website.
Premises:
The freehold premises are located on a busy main street and are listed category 2.
Business Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm Winter months
Monday - Saturday: 9am – 5pm Summer months
Financial Information:
The business is being offered for sale on a going concern basis, all financial discussions will take place directly between the vendor and all interested parties under the auspices of Turner Butler.
Turnover 2009 circa £90,000
Gross Profit circa £47,000
Reason for Sale:
Retirement
Support and Training
The vendor will provide support and training for a negotiated period of time.
| | | | | | FOR SALE | | | | | REFERENCE: | JF027 / RightBiz | | | | | | Request more information about this business.. | | ENQUIRIES: | | | | CONTACT SELLER TO GET THE SELLERS DIRECT CONTACT DETAILS AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS ONLY | | | | | | | | | | | |
