Craig Barry
About Craig Barry
Craig Barry is a Digital Programme Manager at Wickes, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in business change and programme management, having held various roles at recognized brands such as Homebase and Cognita Schools.
Work at Wickes
Craig Barry has served as the Digital Programme Manager at Wickes since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing digital transformation initiatives and managing various development programmes. His tenure at Wickes has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in programme management and business change to enhance the company's digital capabilities.
Previous Experience
Before joining Wickes, Craig Barry worked at Premier Change Consulting as an Associate Business Change Consultant for five months in 2019. He also held multiple positions at Homebase, including Multi Channel Business Development Manager from 2008 to 2013, Digital Development and Operations Manager for seven months in 2016, and Senior Business Change Manager from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he worked as a Business Change Leader for Global Programmes at Cognita Schools from 2017 to 2019 and as a Large Format Project Director at Sainsbury's from 1999 to 2001.
Education and Expertise
Craig Barry's educational background includes studies at Lliswerry High School, where he achieved A Levels in English and Geography. He completed an Open Learning Course in Innovation at the University of Leeds and another Open Learning Course in Web Science at the University of Southampton, both in 2014. He also participated in a Middle Management Business Development Programme, focusing on Finance, Marketing, Operations, and Personal Development from 1998 to 1999.
Skills and Specializations
Craig Barry possesses a diverse skill set that includes strategic management, change management, and programme management. He is adept at stakeholder management and has a proven track record in formulating and implementing change strategies. His expertise extends to product management, global CRM implementation, and team leadership. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication in driving business success and developing individual capabilities within teams.
Achievements and Contributions
Throughout his career, Craig Barry has worked with recognized brands such as Wickes, Cognita, Homebase, and Home Retail Group. He has demonstrated a commitment to delivering transformation and development programmes that yield business benefits. His ability to engage with senior stakeholders and foster collaborative relationships has been instrumental in shaping business capabilities and driving ownership across various organizational levels.