Description
Since 1855, RICHARDSON, a family-owned company based in Marseille, has established itself as a leading distributor of heating, air conditioning, plumbing, bathroom fittings, tiles, and plastic materials. With a network of over 100 branches and showrooms supported by 2,000 employees, the company offers a catalogue of more than 300,000 products. RICHARDSON relies on human expertise, close customer relationships, innovation, and the energy transition to support both professionals and private individuals. A responsive logistics system and an optimised delivery fleet ensure availability and top-tier service across France.
Interview Questions
1. How do team spirit and endurance shape your company culture?
As CFO of RICHARDSON, I see every day that our performance is built on two key pillars: team spirit and endurance. Team spirit is reflected in the close collaboration between our stores, logistics and support functions; without alignment across finance, technical and commercial teams, it would be impossible to deliver over 300,000 items to our customers within increasingly tight deadlines.
Endurance stems from our long history: since 1855, we’ve weathered wars, crises, and industrial revolutions through prudent management, continuous investment in skills, and a culture of ongoing improvement. This mindset closely mirrors the philosophy of the Tour de France Femmes: going the distance, building on collective strength, and pushing the finish line a little further every day. It’s this combination of sustained effort and solidarity that shapes our culture and ensures the company’s longevity.
2. Why did you choose SD Worx as your HR and payroll partner?
At RICHARDSON, we needed to secure the processing of 2,000 monthly payslips across more than 100 sites, within a complex regulatory environment. SD Worx won us over with their solid expertise in multi-agreement payroll, the robustness of their cloud-based solution, and a service culture aligned with our standards of financial rigour. That said, we remain vigilant: in the last quarter, rushed updates and incomplete configurations disrupted our payroll cycle. We are now working hand in hand with SD Worx to restore the expected reliability and smooth operation.
3. What message would you like to send to the riders of Team SD Worx–Protime?
Dear riders of Team SD Worx – Protime,
At RICHARDSON, we believe sport is a powerful driver of equality: every pedal stroke you take moves more than just a peloton – it advances the role of women across all sectors. Your determination, your cohesion, and your ability to push through fatigue embody the energy we strive for each day in our company. Keep blazing the trail: you inspire our 2,000 employees to give their best and remind an entire generation that great victories have no gender.