Oscar Pires
About Oscar Pires
Oscar Pires is a Store Manager at Wickes, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in retail management, having held various leadership roles at companies such as The Sultan Center, Morrisons, and Asda Stores Ltd.
Current Role at Wickes
Oscar Pires has been serving as the Store Manager at Wickes since 2017. In this role, he supports regional teams with various projects, utilizing his expertise to enhance operational and behavioral performance across the company. His responsibilities include overseeing store operations, driving improvement initiatives, and ensuring high standards of customer service.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Before joining Wickes, Oscar Pires held several significant positions in the retail sector. He worked as a Store Director at The Sultan Center in Kuwait from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Store Manager at Morrisons in London for one year from 2016 to 2017. His extensive experience includes a role as General Store Manager at Asda Stores Ltd from 2000 to 2011 and as Regional Operations Manager at Tamimi Markets in Riyadh from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Qualifications
Oscar Pires studied at Escola Secundaria de Loures, where he completed his High School education and achieved A levels from 1990 to 1995. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge that supports his career in retail management.
Leadership and Operational Excellence
Oscar Pires is recognized for his exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of achieving operational excellence. He has successfully led the transformation of multiple underperforming stores into high-performing flagship locations at Wickes, resulting in record financial outcomes and high engagement levels among staff. His coaching skills are instrumental in driving improvement and fostering world-class performance in store operations.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Oscar Pires has held various roles that contributed to his expertise in retail management. He worked as a Regional Profit Improvement Manager at Asda Stores Ltd from 2008 to 2009 and as a Senior Store Manager at Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd from 2011 to 2012. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the retail landscape.