1st October marks the beginning of Jenks & Cattell Engineering’s new financial year — and for many buyers, it’s also the ideal time to review supplier lists, refresh contracts, and strengthen long-term partnerships. If you’re looking for a partner that offers not only quality manufacturing solutions but also long-term security, Jenks & Cattell Engineering stands out.
Why October is the right time to reassess your manufacturing supply chain
Starting a financial year gives buyers the chance to ensure their supplier base is stable, resilient, and ready to support growth. Making the right choices now protects your supply chain for the year ahead and reduces exposure to risk.
When selecting a manufacturing partner, the strongest suppliers share five key attributes:
- Sustainability – A clear, measurable commitment to environmental responsibility with ISO certifications, and ongoing improvement.
- Growth and investment – Evidence of continuous investment in machinery, technology, and people to scale with your business.
- Group ownership – The backing of a wider group ensures financial resilience and shared resources. Jenks & Cattell Engineering are part of a £200m turnover profitable group.
- Complete manufacturing capability – Full in-house capability that reduces lead times, protects intellectual property, and ensures quality control. Jenks & Cattell Engineering have laser cutting, welding, metal pressing and CNC machining all under one roof in Wolverhampton.
- Sector diversity – At Jenks & Cattell Engineering, no single industry accounts for more than 20% of turnover, ensuring stability and reducing exposure to market fluctuations.
These strengths give buyers confidence in both day-to-day delivery and long-term supply continuity.
Why should buyers choose Jenks & Cattell Engineering?
Jenks & Cattell Engineering remain committed to offering our partners:
- A sustainable and future-focused approach
- A strong track record of growth and investment
- Group-level security and governance
- End-to-end metal component manufacturing in one plant
- A diverse and balanced customer base for added stability including automotive, defence, off-highway, agricultural, alternate transport and construction sectors
For buyers, that means one thing: confidence that your supply chain is secure, resilient, and positioned for the future.
