HQ Function

Served as the central administrative and operational hub for Wilko, managing functions like buying, merchandising, marketing, finance, IT, supply chain logistics, and corporate strategy prior to its administration.

Notable Features:

The Manton Wood site was a large, purpose-built campus reflecting the scale of Wilko's operations. It included extensive office facilities and was strategically located near one of its major distribution centers.

Work Culture:

Historically, Wilko cultivated a work culture rooted in its family-owned origins, emphasizing value, community engagement, and a straightforward approach to retail. Employees often highlighted a sense of camaraderie. This culture effectively ended with the company's collapse.

HQ Significance:

The Worksop headquarters was significant as the nerve center of one of the UK's largest privately-owned retailers for many decades, overseeing a vast network of stores and a large workforce. It was a major employer in the Nottinghamshire region.

Values Reflected in HQ: Historically, the headquarters aimed to reflect Wilko's core values of providing value to customers, operational efficiency, and a commitment to its 'Wilko way' of doing business. Its functionality was prioritized over opulent design.

Location:

Wilko's primary operational presence was concentrated within the United Kingdom, where it operated its network of retail stores and distribution centers. While the company did not have international retail outlets, its sourcing and procurement functions were global, involving partnerships with suppliers and manufacturers from various countries, particularly in Asia and Europe, to stock its diverse range of products. Its direct customer-facing business and employment base were UK-centric.

Street Address:

JK House, Roebuck Way, Manton Wood

City:

Worksop

State/Province:

Nottinghamshire

Country:

United Kingdom