KIRKLEES companies have been urged to follow the example of a local firm – and secure new business by attending a Meet the Buyer event.
Meltham-based Harold Fisher (Plastics) Ltd came up trumps after attending one such event organised by Calderdale and Kirklees Manufacturing Alliance.
Managing director Jeff Monks said his firm landed “significant” new business from a new customer and was able to provide additional work for a tooling firm in Elland as a result of attending the event.
Said Mr Monks: “Gaining a new customer is always good news. The fact that the customer is local to us brings other benefits to both parties. Local customers enable us to minimise transport costs, minimise stockholding and recycle packing materials in a manner not burdened with administration.
“When customers are at a distance we go and see them when there are issues to discuss, but how often do we find time to go and see them to explore opportunities together? We look forward to building a long-term relationship with an important new customer thanks to CKMA and would recommend both suppliers and buyers to attend the next event.”
CKMA is an independent organisation run by people actively involved in manufacturing. It aims to benefit its members through holding regular informative events, providing details of relevant support and giving a voice representing the interests of this very important sector. Membership is open to any manufacturing company based in and around Calderdale and Kirklees for a nominal annual fee.
The next Meet the Buyer event will be held at 5.30pm on May 16 at the Briar Court Hotel, Birchencliffe, when buyers looking for potential suppliers will be David Brown Gears Ltd and The Leo Group.
Go to www.ckma.co.uk
