Simon Oakland

Simon was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Wolseley UK in December 2019, bringing extensive experience in strategy, finance and operations to the role.

Previously CEO of Ferguson’s Canadian business since 2016, Simon joined Ferguson as Managing Director of the French business in 2012 before moving on to the role of Group Head of Corporate Development where he is responsible for merger and acquisition activity and corporate strategy.

Prior to joining Ferguson, Simon gained valuable strategic and Board experience across a variety of sectors spanning Europe, North America and the Far East as part of a successful career in private equity, most recently as a Partner at Alchemy Partners.