Summary
Manutan International S.A. operates as a multichannel distributor of equipment for companies and local authorities primarily in Europe. The company offers a range of products, such as handling, lifting, and storage and transportation equipment; industrial supplies; safety, hygiene, and packing products; office and workshop furniture; furniture for catering and hotels; school supplies; education, health, and sports equipment; products for environmental protection; ironmongery items; and electrical and mechanical transmission products. It also provides various associated services, such as assembly, installation, leasing, 3D layout plans, health and safety audits, cleaning and disinfecting premises, spare parts, bespoke design, express delivery, a loyalty programme, etc., as well as the Savin'side, a method for key accounts that guides in the optimization of purchasing comprising e-procurement, including punch-out, on-demand sourcing, managing hosted stock, etc. In addition, the company offers automated storage and preparation, and inventory management solutions. It markets its products through paper catalogues, online, and sales agencies and forces. The company also exports its products to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Manutan International S.A. was founded in 1966 and is based in Gonesse, France.
History
Manutan was founded in 1967 in Sheldown, Belgium by French entrepreneurs Henri Tandonnet and his brother-in-law Roland Pochic. The company initially specialized in providing industrial and office supplies to small businesses in the Belgium, France and Netherlands. In 1982, Manutan opened its first international subsidiary in Italy and swiftly expanded throughout Europe. Today, Manutan is the largest B2B multichannel equipment and supply distributor in Europe. In 2017 Manutan acquired Entrepose, a leading European automotive equipment and accessory supplier.
Mission
Manutan's mission is to provide customers and partners with an unparalleled level of personalised, quality care and effective support, combined with a portfolio of 130,000+ products, 24/7 web service, and regional warehouses. Manutan is committed to working with sustainable suppliers in order to continually reduce their environmental impact.
Vision
Manutan envisions a world of seamless, mutually beneficial relationships and opportunities between customers, suppliers and partners. We strive to build our network not only in Europe but also to international regions, focusing on areas such as Africa and Asia. Through these relationships, Manutan will become a global leader in the B2B supply chain and equipment management solutions industry.
Key Team
Mr. Marco Verdonkschot (COO & Director of the Artisans Division)
Yassine Soumari (Corp. Fin. Director)
Mr. Alexis Clarke (Marketing & Technology Director)
Ms. Caroline Haquet (HR Director)
Mathilde Jeantet (Head of Employment Devel.)
Recognition and Awards
Manutan has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Sustainability Award 2017, the CIC Energigie 2017 Innovation Award, the Transport & Logistics Award 2018, the European Business Award 2017, and the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Belgium Award 2017. Manutan is also a certified top employer in France and the Netherlands.
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