Benjamin Balzer
About Benjamin Balzer
Benjamin Balzer is a Verkaufsleiter at MediaMarktSaturn, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in sales and management, including previous roles at IKEA Group and experience in the culinary field.
Work at MediaMarktSaturn
Benjamin Balzer currently serves as Verkaufsleiter at MediaMarktSaturn in Neumünster, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland. He has held this position since 2020. Prior to this role, he worked as Fachberater GSM / NEUE MEDIEN for one year from 2019 to 2020 at the same company. His experience at MediaMarktSaturn has contributed to his development in retail management and customer service.
Experience at IKEA Group
Benjamin Balzer worked at IKEA Group for a total of 11 years, from 2008 to 2019. He held the position of Teamleiter Sales, where he was responsible for leading sales teams and driving performance. During his tenure, he also worked as a Team-Assistent in the sales department for home textiles and carpets at IKEA Hamburg Moorfleet from 2012 to 2013. His involvement in the IKEA Business Leadership & Competence program in 2013 further enhanced his leadership skills.
Civilian Service Background
Benjamin Balzer completed his civilian service at Jerusalem Krankenhaus Hamburg from 2007 to 2008. This experience contributed to his understanding of service-oriented roles and provided him with valuable skills in a healthcare environment.
Education and Training
Benjamin Balzer studied at Gymnasium Bondenwald Hamburg. He also trained and worked as a chef at Mövenpick in Hamburg from 2003 to 2007, gaining experience in the culinary field. His diverse educational and professional background has equipped him with a range of skills applicable to various sectors.
Project Involvement at IKEA
During his time at IKEA, Benjamin Balzer was involved in significant projects, including serving as a Möbelkoordinator and part of the project office for the opening of the IKEA store in Lübeck in 2013. This role allowed him to contribute to large-scale operational initiatives within the company.