Chandler Material Supplies Ltd

About Chandler Material Supplies Ltd

OUR STORY

Chandler Material Supplies is a 3rd generation family owned builders merchant, operating out of a 3 acre site in Widford, Chelmsford and with a second branch in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

The business was started by the current owners’ Grandfather in the 1950’s, who was a post-war builder in the local area. He acquired a plot to store his materials on and began to sell these to other builders as well as building houses. In the 1970’s his sons joined the business, and in the 1980’s and 90’s members of the 3rd generation joined, with the business’ size and appeal growing throughout.
Today the business provides building, plumbing and bathroom supplies to the trade and general public, employing over 60 staff with over 450 years’ experience between them.

Company culture

The business holds traditional family values at the heart of its culture, supporting and supplying 100’s of local builders with building materials through good times and bad. The business prides itself on stock reliability and customer service, regularly going the extra mile to help customers where required, supported by knowledgeable and approachable staff.

Chandler Materials is a family run, local and independent builder’s merchant, which has been serving the people of Essex since the 1950’s. With an extensive range of building materials from major manufacturers, advice and product information is always available. Trained telephone personnel are available to process your orders for immediate collection or via our reliable delivery service.

Employee benefits and perks

We regularly review roles and salaries to ensure we continue to pay attractive salaries. We offer a competitive benefits package to attract, motivate and retain the best people. This includes 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with mental health support available, discretionary bonuses, staff discount, voluntary pension scheme, death in service benefit, bike to work scheme, sickness and accident pay scheme and free uniform and PPE.

Career development and growth

We are committed to investing in our people with regular training and development. We have also signed the Builders Merchants Federation Apprenticeship Pledge and have committed to take on 5 apprentices by 2030.

EDI (equity, diversity & inclusion) initiatives

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Sustainability / environmental stewardship

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