Kingfisher plc

Overview

Kingfisher plc is a prominent European home improvement retailer based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 1982, the company has grown to operate over 1,800 stores across seven countries, serving a diverse customer base. It has generated substantial revenue, with a strong emphasis on quality products and sustainability throughout its offerings.

The organization operates through multiple retail banners, catering to trade professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and general consumers. It offers a wide range of home improvement products and services, such as one-hour delivery and digital marketplace platforms. Kingfisher is committed to responsible business practices, leading sustainability initiatives and aiming to improve housing conditions for millions by 2025.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +44 20 7372 8008
• Website: kingfisher.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingfisher

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Digital transformation and retail innovation
• Sustainability initiatives and responsible sourcing
• Supply chain optimization and transparency
• Home improvement product development
• Customer experience enhancement
• Market expansion and global sourcing
• E-commerce growth and digital channels
• Energy-efficient stores and eco-friendly products
• Brand differentiation and exclusive brands
• Community support and social responsibility
• Retail analytics and AI-driven insights
• Trade customer solutions and one-hour delivery services
• Value generation and affordable pricing
• Strategic partnerships
• Inclusive hiring and stakeholder engagement
• Retail product innovation
• Multi-channel retailing
• Customer loyalty programs
• Financial management and audits
• Retail operations and store network optimization

Technologies Used

• ABAP
• ASP.NET
• AWS Cloud Development Kit (AWS CDK)
• AWS CloudFormation
• AWS SDK for JavaScript
• AWS Trusted Advisor
• Amazon AWS
• Amazon SES
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Android
• Apache Kafka
• Autopilot
• Azure Databricks
• Backstage
• Bash
• Bootstrap Framework
• CSS
• CloudFlare Hosting
• Cypress
• Dassault SOLIDWORKS
• Databricks
• Datadog
• Docker
• Express
• Git
• GitHub
• GitLab
• Google AdWords Conversion
• Google Analytics
• Google Cloud
• Google Cloud Platform
• Google Font API
• Google Tag Manager
• GraphQL
• Gravity Forms
• HELM
• Hotjar
• ITRS Geneos
• Javascript
• Jenkins
• Jest
• Jetpack
• Jira
• Kiosked
• Kotlin
• Kubeflow
• Kubernetes
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Intune Enterprise Application Management
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Office 365
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams Webinars
• Mobile Friendly
• Next.js
• OpenTelemetry
• Outlook
• Palo Alto PA-5200 Series
• Playwright
• PowerBI Tiles
• PySpark
• Python
• REST
• React
• Red Hat Gluster Server (formerly Storage Server)
• Remote
• SAP
• SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR)
• SAP ERP Central Component (ECC)
• SAP GRC Access Control (GRC-SAC)
• SAP HANA
• SQL
• SWIFT
• Salesforce
• Salesforce CRM Analytics
• ServiceNow
• SharePoint
• Slack
• Spring
• Terraform
• Tor
• TypeScript
• Vimeo
• WeChat Work
• Windows 11
• WordPress.org
• Xcode
• dbt
• dynaTrace

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• Castorama
• Homelux Romania
• Screwfix Direct Limited
• Praktiker Romania
• The Screwfix Foundation
• NeedHelp
• Screwfix