Join the Leading Buying Group for Independent Builders’ Merchants

Join a community of over 220 merchants who are already reaping the benefits of IBC’s extensive network of exclusive supplier partnerships and dedicated business support.

Gain the unique advantage you need to help your business grow and thrive.

Membership Benefits

Better Pricing

Benefit from improved terms, powered by our builders merchant membership and collective buying power.

Top Brands

Trade with the biggest brands and expand your range through our extensive and exclusive supplier list.

Business Efficiency

Save time and money with access to our discounted rates for merchants and exclusive business services, including marketing support.

One-Stop Portal

Manage all your needs in one place with our industry-leading online portal, designed to support builders merchants efficiently.

Exclusive Deals and Advice

Collaborate with NMBS and BMF for additional savings, rebates, and industry insights.

Dedicated Support

Grow with the guidance of our account management team, who are here to help your business succeed.

Our Supplier Partners

We’re constantly working to increase the product range available through IBC by regularly introducing new supplier partners. This ensures you can stock your entire business at the best rates available through IBC.

We understand how important it is for independent builders’ merchants to have access to a competitively priced and extensive product range. That’s why we prioritise building strong relationships with our suppliers to give our members the best options.

Check out some of our supplier partners below:

We help builders’ merchants grow, not only by leveraging out buying power so you can access some of the top brands. but by providing a network of knowledge, suppliers, business critical services and additional resource. The result?  We become an extension of your business to help you grow and succeed.

What sets IBC apart?

Personalised
Membership Portal

  • Centralised Access: Our portal brings all the information you need into one place, including supplier information, pricing terms, product details, and promotional updates.

  • Time-Saving Convenience: No need to browse multiple supplier websites; our portal serves as your single, go-to source for all essential details.

  • Financial Transparency: Access detailed financial information, including turnover, payments, and rebates, available for download anytime.

  • Comprehensive Training: All new members receive training on how to use the portal effectively, ensuring they can take full advantage of its features.

  • Multi-User Access: We provide logins for multiple team members within your business, allowing everyone to benefit from the portal’s resources.

As part of your membership, we can provide marketing support to help promote your business and increase sales.

Marketing and
Website Support

Access to
Business Services

Save time and money with access to Business Services

Our supplier partners go beyond building material, our members also have access to a range of business-critical services including transport solutions, health & safety, HR support, forklift training, software and card payment solutions.

Allowing you to make the most of the knowledge and experience of leading experts in those fields at a subsidised rate as an IBC member and, without having to take on the additional costs of employing people directly.

  • BMF: The BMF is the only trade association representing merchants in the UK & Ireland. We encourage all members to join the BMF to benefit from training, networking opportunities and political representation

  • NMBS: Collaborate closely with NMBS for enhanced rates and exclusive benefits. Gain access to over 500 suppliers, industry credit limits, and on-the-day offers at their annual exhibition.

Industry Partnerships

Dedicated Business Development Manager

All members have their own dedicated Business Development Manager working tirelessly to ensure you stay ahead of the curve.

They will keep you updated with all out latest developments, from unbeatable product deals to industry insights from our supplier partners. Our dedicated team offersa fully commited and balanced service, ensuring your business needs are always met. From large chain merchants to smaller, family-run businesses, our team is on hand to bring you the level of commitment you need to grow your business and take it to the next level.

We also have an internal sales team who are available on the phone 5-days a week to help with any day-to-day queries.

Since being introduced to IBC a few years ago, it has formed into a great relationship. Our BDM is always very supportive and good at communicating, particularly with helping us to secure allocation through product shortages. IBC has also helped us grow by supporting us with the development of marketing materials for our business and with the additional business services they offer.

We have built new relationships with new suppliers which again is many thanks to IBC Overall very satisfied with working with IBC.

Valley Hill Builders Merchants