Mark Sanderson
About Mark Sanderson
Mark Sanderson is a manager with extensive experience in the retail sector, particularly at The North Face, where he has worked in various managerial roles since 2013. He has a background in furniture restoration and has developed strong leadership and customer service skills throughout his career.
Current Role at The North Face
Mark Sanderson has been working at The North Face as a Manager since 2016. He is based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, and has accumulated eight years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing store operations, managing staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Mark's tenure at The North Face has seen him progress from managing an outlet store to leading a flagship retail store.
Previous Experience at The North Face
Mark Sanderson has held multiple positions at The North Face. He served as a Manager from 2014 to 2015 in Edinburgh and again from 2015 to 2016 in Livingston. Prior to these roles, he was an Assistant Manager from 2013 to 2014 in Edinburgh. Additionally, he completed the VF District Manager Trainee program from 2018 to 2020, which contributed to his professional development within the company.
Experience in Retail Management
Mark has a diverse background in retail management. He worked as a Manager at JJB Sports for six months in 2012, where he managed a flagship store that underwent refurbishment. He also held positions at JD Sports Fashion plc as an Associate Manager and Assistant Manager in 2012 and 2013, respectively. His early career included a role as a Keyholder at Farmfoods from 2002 to 2004, where he demonstrated strong customer service and people management skills.
Education and Qualifications
Mark Sanderson studied at Glasgow College of Building and Printing, where he focused on Furniture Restoration and achieved a Higher National Certificate (HNC). He also attended Coatbridge High School. His educational background supports his career in retail management and customer service.
Skills and Contributions
Throughout his career, Mark has been responsible for training and developing staff. While serving as Assistant Manager at JD Sports, he trained 18 staff members. He also participated in a merchandising relay project at JJB Sports, which involved transforming the store's appearance across the UK by working with floor plans and collaborating with team leaders.