Geoff Shaw
About Geoff Shaw
Geoff Shaw serves as the Head of Supply Planning at Wickes, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having previously worked in various roles at Wickes, Bayer Garden, and Bostik.
Current Role at Wickes
Geoff Shaw serves as the Head of Supply Planning at Wickes, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations and ensuring efficient product availability. His tenure at Wickes has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in supply management to enhance operational effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Wickes
Prior to his current role, Geoff Shaw worked at Wickes in various capacities. He served as the Category Supply Manager - Central from 2013 to 2017, focusing on supply chain strategies for specific product categories. Additionally, he held the position of Decision Support Manager from 2006 to 2013, where he contributed to data-driven decision-making processes.
Experience at Bayer Garden
Geoff Shaw worked at Bayer Garden as the Logistics and Customer Services Manager from 1997 to 2004. His responsibilities included managing logistics operations and customer service functions, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain during his seven-year tenure.
Educational Background
Geoff Shaw holds a Master of Science in Engineering (MSc Eng) in Integrated Quality Systems from The University of Birmingham, which he completed in 1993. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng Hons) in Materials Science, Technology, and Engineering from the same institution, graduating in 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in supply chain management.
Early Career and Other Roles
Geoff Shaw began his career in various engineering and supply chain roles. He worked as a Quality Engineer at Bostik from 1994 to 1996 and later as a Product Supply Team Leader from 1996 to 1997. These positions contributed to his understanding of quality management and product supply processes.