Kerry Wood
About Kerry Wood
Kerry Wood is a Senior Project Manager at Avon, where he has worked since 2008, currently overseeing global projects and the Western Europe Transformation Programme. He has a background in computer science and management information systems, with previous experience as an HR Analyst and various roles at Avon.
Work at Avon
Kerry Wood has held multiple roles at Avon since joining the company in 2003. Initially, Wood worked as an Analyst for three years before advancing to the position of Senior Analyst from 2006 to 2008. In 2008, Wood transitioned to the role of Project Manager, where he has worked for 16 years. In 2016, he took on the additional responsibility of Senior Project Manager for the Western Europe Transformation Programme. Currently, Wood serves as a Senior Project Manager (Global) since 2019, contributing to various projects from the Northampton office in the United Kingdom.
Education and Expertise
Kerry Wood's educational background includes studying at the University of Oxford, where he earned an Undergraduate Diploma in Computer Science from 2000 to 2002. Following this, he attended The University of Northampton, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems in 2003. This combination of education has equipped Wood with a strong foundation in both technical and management disciplines, which he applies in his project management roles at Avon.
Background
Before joining Avon, Kerry Wood worked as an HR Analyst at Christian Salvesen from 2000 to 2003. This early experience in human resources provided him with insights into organizational dynamics and employee management. Wood's career trajectory has been primarily based in Northampton, United Kingdom, where he has developed a significant tenure at Avon across various analytical and project management positions.
Career Progression
Kerry Wood's career at Avon reflects a clear progression through various roles. Starting as an Analyst in 2003, he advanced to Senior Analyst in 2006, demonstrating his growing expertise in analysis. His transition to Project Manager in 2008 marked a shift towards project leadership, which continued with his appointment as Senior Project Manager for Western Europe in 2016. His current role as Senior Project Manager (Global) since 2019 highlights his extensive experience and leadership in managing global projects.