Richard Grieves
About Richard Grieves
Richard Grieves serves as the Head of Enterprise Architecture at Wickes and has extensive experience in supply chain management and ERP systems. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Woolworths plc and Carnival UK, and has been involved in business model redesign and service level improvement.
Current Role at Wickes
Richard Grieves serves as the Head of Enterprise Architecture at Wickes, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves overseeing the architectural framework of the organization, ensuring that the enterprise systems align with business objectives. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Watford, England. Grieves focuses on optimizing processes and enhancing the efficiency of supply chain operations within the company.
Previous Experience at Woolworths plc
Richard Grieves has extensive experience at Woolworths plc in the UK, where he held multiple roles over a span of nine years. He began as a Replenishment Manager from 1999 to 2002, then transitioned to the role of Replenishment Development Manager until 2008. During his tenure, he was involved in the implementation of SAP Masterdata ECC 6 as a Business Lead for a seven-month period in 2007. His work contributed to the development of efficient replenishment strategies.
Consulting Experience
Grieves has worked as a consultant in various capacities. He was an Associate Consultant at Digital Context Limited from 2018 to 2022, focusing on supply chain and business process improvements. Prior to that, he worked at Change Management Group as a Multi Channel, Wholesale and Supply Chain Consultant from 2014 to 2017. His consulting roles have allowed him to specialize in business model redesign and supply chain efficiency.
Educational Background
Richard Grieves studied at the University of East London, where he earned a Master of Science in Applied Economics from 1990 to 1994. This educational foundation has equipped him with analytical skills applicable to various aspects of supply chain management and enterprise architecture.
Expertise in Supply Chain Management
Grieves possesses expertise in ERP and supply chain systems implementation, change management, and optimization. His skills include merchandise planning and supply chain planning, with a focus on service level improvement and working capital reduction. He has a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and cash generation within organizations.