Business Excellence Awards 2020

22 Acquisition International - 2020 Business Excellence Awards ounded in 2003, Supreme Protective Coatings Ltd are a leading supplier of advanced vehicle paint and interior protection products serving clients across the UK. To start, Mark gives us a brief overview of the firm and the type of clients with whom they typically work with. “Currently we offer our products through three manufacturer backed schemes, Renault, Suzuki and Knaus. Priding ourselves on being a cut above the others, we are committed to leading innovation in R&D to ensure our clients are given the finest protection possible. Lifeproof Vision, our flagship product is a safety product designed to make driving in wet weather significantly safer and this of course is a huge passion of ours.” Possessing over 20 years of experience and knowledge has been key to Supreme establishing themselves as a leader in vehicle paint protection. However, as Mark goes on to explain it’s important you have a business strategy in place in order for a business to perform effectively. “Our ongoing strategy is to continue creating firstly, a fantastic place for people to work. Purpose, Culture and values are what drives us and understanding your people are the greatest asset a business can have is absolutely vital to any strategy. With our fantastic people, we continually look at the market to ensure our products will still be relevant and appropriate given the rapid rate of change in the industry today. Continually developing products to be of higher quality and longer lasting, making driving safer is core to our strategy. Strategy should be defined by the entire team so that every single team member is aware of our vision and what his or her part is to play.” Adding value to a business is of the upmost importance for Supreme when undertaking a new project with a client. As Mark explains further maintaining the integrity of the business, stands above any competition. “Upon identifying a new client or opportunity, our thoughts are first entered around how can we add value to their business, not how can we sell a product. We very much subscribe to the relationship driven and partnership model whereby we create a win/win scenario for all involved and most importantly the end user or customer.” Currently, the automotive industry is in a great state of flux, with electric vehicles and alternative power vehicles being the main change. However, in the coming years, Mark expects vehicle ownership to change with more people not wanting to own the assets. “The total useable time for a car you own is only 5%, this we believe will start to push people towards not wanting to own the assets but to lease a vehicle for the time they need it and appropriate for the activities at a specific time.” Based in Sheffield, Supreme Protective Coatings Ltd are a leading supplier of automotive paint and glass protection products. Following their success in the Business Excellence Awards 2020, we got in touch with Managing Director Mark Boote to find out more. Most Advanced Paint Protection 2020 - UK F Working in a continually challenging space, can result in businesses trying to slip into a race purely based on price. However, as stated previously Supreme are keen to focus on their core objective, (How can we add value to their business?) as Mark goes on to explain. “Supreme tries to elevate itself out of this rapid price race and instead focuses on bringing fantastic products that do what they say, as well as bring added value to all links in the value chain.” Looking back on his career to date, Mark points out relationships are the most important element for any foundation. “Building fantastic relationships and partnerships brings great business. Once that relationship is built, understanding their business needs and finding a solution to fit in with their model is key.” Career development is clearly something Mark feels quite strongly about and rather than seeing a job with Supreme as just a stopgap, he is keen to see members of staff express themselves. “We aim to provide a career and not just a job with a pay check. Moreover, we encourage everybody to get involved with our process, including senior management teams, after all how can you effectively lead a team without knowing what they go through on a daily basis?” Finally, Mark commented on the future of Supreme and what kind of plans are in place for 2020 and beyond. “Going forward, our aspirations are of course to maintain our status as the premium provider of automotive paint and glass protection products, while continuing our research & development activities bringing the next generation to the marketplace. Lastly, we will continue to maintain a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to not just do a job but to help our business grow into whatever the future throws at us.” Contact Name: Mark Boote Telephone Number: 07800654298 Address: Unit 3-4, Newhall Road Industrial Estate, Sanderson Street, Sheffield, S9 2TW Web Address: www.supremecoat.com