Marcus Tengler
About Marcus Tengler
Marcus Tengler serves as the Vice President of Store Formats & Concepts at MediaMarkt & Saturn, where he has worked since 2009. He focuses on enhancing retail experiences and has a background in business management and education.
Work at MediaMarktSaturn
Marcus Tengler has been serving as the Vice President Store Formats & Concepts at MediaMarkt & Saturn since 2009. In this role, he focuses on creating seamless and exciting shopping experiences across all channels in the retail sector. He plays a key role in developing innovative store concepts, including Xpress stores and Lighthouses, which aim to enhance customer engagement and streamline the shopping process. His contributions are integral to the transformation of MediaMarkt & Saturn into a centrally controlled, future-proof European market leader.
Education and Expertise
Marcus Tengler has a solid educational background in business and management. He studied at DHBW Mannheim, where he specialized in Handel and earned a Dipl. Betriebswirt (BA) from 1995 to 1998. Later, he attended INSEAD, completing a Transition to General Management program from 2013 to 2014. He also completed his secondary education at Lichtenbergschule Darmstadt, achieving his Abitur from 1988 to 1994. This diverse educational experience equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his leadership role in retail.
Background
Before joining MediaMarkt & Saturn, Marcus Tengler worked at Bang & Olufsen as the Country Manager for Germany from 2000 to 2009. His experience in managing operations and strategy in a high-end retail environment contributed to his expertise in store formats and customer experience. Tengler's career has been characterized by a focus on retail innovation and customer engagement, which he continues to pursue in his current role.
Personal Initiatives
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Marcus Tengler is actively involved in personal initiatives that support education. He organizes and supports small educational institutions in an African region, demonstrating his commitment to social responsibility and community development. Additionally, he engages in ultra-distance races with his wife, reflecting his dedication to personal fitness and endurance.