Thomas Fernkorn
About Thomas Fernkorn
Thomas Fernkorn serves as the Vice President of Corporate Controlling at MediaMarktSaturn since 2019 and has extensive experience in corporate finance and controlling, primarily with Galeria Kaufhof GmbH.
Work at MediaMarktSaturn
Thomas Fernkorn has served as Vice President Corporate Controlling at MediaMarktSaturn since 2019. In this role, he oversees financial planning and analysis, ensuring the company's financial health and strategic direction. His tenure at MediaMarktSaturn has spanned five years, during which he has contributed to the company's operational efficiency and financial performance from the headquarters in Ingolstadt.
Previous Experience at Hudson's Bay Company
Before joining MediaMarktSaturn, Thomas Fernkorn worked at Hudson's Bay Company as Leitender Controller for HBC Europe from 2015 to 2019. His responsibilities included managing financial operations and reporting for the European division, which encompassed various retail formats. This four-year experience enhanced his expertise in corporate controlling within the retail sector.
Career at Galeria Kaufhof GmbH
Thomas Fernkorn's career at Galeria Kaufhof GmbH spanned over a decade, during which he held several positions. He began as a Buying Assistant in 1996 and progressed through various roles, including Junior-Controller, Corporate Controlling, and Head of Corporate Controlling. His extensive experience at Galeria Kaufhof equipped him with a deep understanding of financial management and strategic planning in retail.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Fernkorn studied Business Administration at Universität zu Köln, where he achieved the degree of Diplom-Kaufmann. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in corporate controlling and finance, providing him with the necessary skills to excel in various financial roles within the retail industry.
Current Role at CECONOMY
In addition to his position at MediaMarktSaturn, Thomas Fernkorn has been serving as Aufsichtsratsmitglied at CECONOMY since 2021. In this role, he participates in overseeing the company's strategic direction and governance, contributing his extensive experience in corporate finance and controlling to the board.