Simon Hickling
About Simon Hickling
Simon Hickling is a Technical Manager with extensive experience in the retail sector, particularly in home improvement and building materials. He has held various managerial roles at Wickes and Travis Perkins plc, contributing to quality management and technical oversight since 2019.
Current Role at Wickes
Simon Hickling serves as the Technical Manager at Wickes, a position he has held since 2019. He operates from Northamptonshire, England, where he oversees technical operations and ensures compliance with industry standards. His role involves collaborating with various departments to enhance product quality and safety.
Previous Experience at Wickes
Prior to his current role, Simon Hickling held several positions at Wickes. He was a Project Manager - commercial for three months in 2013, a Category Manager for Paint and Woodcare from 2014 to 2015, and a Regional Controller during two separate secondments in 2012. Additionally, he served as a Store Manager from 2009 to 2012, managing operations in Stoke on Trent.
Experience at Travis Perkins plc
Simon Hickling worked at Travis Perkins plc in various capacities. He was the Category Technical Manager for one year from 2015 to 2016 and then served as the Divisional Quality Manager for five years from 2016 to 2021. Both roles were based in Northampton, United Kingdom, where he focused on quality management and technical oversight.
Career Background in Retail Management
Before his tenure at Wickes and Travis Perkins, Simon Hickling worked at Focus DIY as a Store Manager for 14 years, from 1994 to 2008. This extensive experience in retail management laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in technical and quality management within the home improvement sector.