Tools Of The Trade

A distributor of hand-tools, tool storage and PPE based in the UK. We partner with global, specialist brands, many of which opt to work exclusively with us. Our expertise lies in distributing to large Omni-channel tool retailers with complex supply chain requirements. Tools of the Trade offers a wide range of professional, trade-quality hand tools, power tool accessories, tool storage & personal protective equipment, with over 2500 products stocked here in the UK. Our products are manufactured & certified to stringent international standards, backed by manufacturer guarantees. It is important that we can offer the market the best products, therefore the brands we select are specialist producers. In doing-so we ensure innovation & development and prevent competition within our portfolio of brands. Our manufacturers know the value of producing tools unique to the UK market. We recognise that professional trades are demanding of their tools and are always looking for ways to get the best from their tool. Tools of the Trade focus on delivering innovative product solutions; designed & tested with end users. Our Mission…. “To be the distributor of choice for high quality branded tools selected for use within professional trades. We will achieve this by delivering the highest quality products and service experience to our customers. We will encourage and support user driven innovation, focussing on design and function to grow profitable sales at Tools of the Trade. We will invest to ensure we are best in class in all that we do, operating to the highest safety and quality standards.” We target a service level OTIF (on time & in full) of a minimum 95% & currently we’re achieving in excess of 99%. Our availability is in excess of 95% & our stock accuracy & pick accuracy is above 99.5%. We stock 20 brands; Allit, Advent, BMI, Contractors, Disston, Ergodyne, EXACT, Gerber, Hafu, Hot Hands, Manuform, Nailers, NWS, Picard, Plano, Ragni, Super Rod, Tajima, Terry & Wera.