Alex Hicks
About Alex Hicks
Alex Hicks serves as the Global Compliance & Sustainability Director at Tag, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in procurement and sustainability, with previous roles at Williams Lea Tag and Macfarlane Packaging.
Current Role at TAG
Alex Hicks serves as the Global Compliance & Sustainability Director at TAG, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on ensuring compliance with global standards and promoting sustainability initiatives within the organization. His leadership in this area is critical for aligning TAG's operations with environmental and regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at Williams Lea Tag
Prior to his current role, Alex Hicks worked at Williams Lea Tag as the Category Lead for Materials and Packaging from 2017 to 2019. He also held the position of Category Lead for Packaging from 2016 to 2017. His experience in these roles involved managing supplier relationships and optimizing packaging solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
Educational Background
Alex Hicks has a comprehensive educational background. He studied at the University of Bath, earning a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree from 2001 to 2005. He also obtained a Level 5 Diploma in Management from Loughborough College between 2006 and 2007. Additionally, he achieved various certifications, including ISO 14064 in 2013 and MCIPS from the Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply in 2009.
Career Progression in Procurement
Throughout his career, Alex Hicks has held several procurement management positions. He was the Divisional Procurement Manager at Macfarlane Packaging from 2011 to 2016, where he managed procurement strategies for different product lines. He also served as the Regional Procurement Manager at Tarmac from 2009 to 2011, further solidifying his expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
Certifications and Professional Development
Alex Hicks has pursued various professional development opportunities to enhance his skills. He completed the Managing Safely course from IOSH in 2018 and achieved the Social Systems Lead Auditor certification from IRCA in 2015. Additionally, he studied Ethical Auditing, which complements his focus on sustainability and compliance in his current role.