John Deighton
About John Deighton
John Deighton serves as the Store Of Excellence Manager at the West London Fulfilment Centre for Wickes, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in retail management, having worked in various roles at Wickes since 2005 and successfully led significant projects such as the Watford Relocation Project and the Cricklewood Transformation Program.
Current Role at Wickes
John Deighton currently serves as the Store Of Excellence Manager at the West London Fulfilment Centre, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and ensuring that the store meets excellence standards. His leadership contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the fulfilment centre.
Previous Experience at Wickes
John Deighton has extensive experience at Wickes, having held various managerial positions. He worked as a Senior Retail Store Manager from 2015 to 2016 in Letchworth, followed by a role as Store Manager 'Store Of Excellence' for five months in 2016. He also managed the Watford Store from 2016 to 2017 and was involved in the Cricklewood Transformation Program in 2017. His career at Wickes began in 2005 and included roles as Retail Manager and Retail Store Manager across multiple locations.
Education and Professional Development
John Deighton studied at St Michaels Catholic High School, where he focused on Graphic Design, Art Design, and General Studies, achieving AS Level qualifications from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his professional development by graduating from the Senior Management Development Course in January 2016, which underscores his commitment to enhancing his management skills and knowledge.
Project Management Expertise
Throughout his career at Wickes, John Deighton has successfully managed significant projects. Notably, he led the Watford Relocation Project in August 2016, demonstrating his capability in handling store relocations. Additionally, he played a key role in the Cricklewood Transformation Program in April 2017, showcasing his skills in managing large-scale initiatives.
Recognition and Achievements
John Deighton has received multiple recognitions for his contributions at Wickes. He was awarded Store Installations Manager of the Year at the Chesham Store in 2012 and achieved the title of Wickes Store Manager Of The Year Divisional Winner for 2015/2016. His involvement in hosting the Chesham Store 'Centre Of Excellence Store' for board-level campaign sign-off in 2012 highlights his role in significant company initiatives.