Simon Hayward
About Simon Hayward
Simon Hayward is a Software Project Manager with extensive experience in project management across various sectors, including logistics and supply chain. He has held positions at several companies, including Morrisons, Swisslog, and Fortna, and is certified in Agile methodologies.
Work at Fortna
Simon Hayward has been employed at Fortna as a Software Project Manager since 2021. In this role, he oversees software-related projects, ensuring they meet client specifications and are delivered on time. His experience in project management allows him to effectively coordinate teams and resources to achieve project goals.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining Fortna, Simon Hayward worked at Morrisons as a Project Manager from 2020 to 2021. He also held a significant position at Pets at Home, where he served as Project Manager - Distribution for 16 years, from 2004 to 2020. His earlier roles include Project Manager at DCS Corp from 1999 to 2001 and Project Manager at Swisslog from 2001 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Simon Hayward studied Computer Science at Nottingham Trent University from 1993 to 1996, where he achieved a degree in Computer Studies. He also attended Manor Comprehensive from 1984 to 1991. He is certified in Agile methodologies, which enhances his project management capabilities and aligns with modern project management practices.
Skills and Specializations
Simon possesses a range of skills pertinent to project management, including Business Process, Negotiation, Budgeting, Operations Management, and Supply Chain Optimization. He has expertise in managing projects across various sectors, including Logistics, Transport, Supply Chain, and Automation, which contributes to his effectiveness in diverse project environments.
Career Timeline
Simon Hayward's career spans several roles in project management. He began as a Project Implementor at Microlise from 1998 to 1999, followed by positions at DCS Corp and Swisslog. His long tenure at Pets at Home lasted from 2004 to 2020, and he briefly worked at Morrisons before joining Fortna in 2021.