Writer And Chief Content Creator
Theparalleleffect
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Writer and Chief Content Creator
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Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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Mark Lack is listed as Writer and Chief Content Creator at TheParallelEffect, based in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Mark Lack.
Mark Lack previously worked as Chief Executive Officer at Circle K Alsulaiman and Company Secretary at Infamous Gaming Ltd.. Mark Lack holds Mobilising People from Imd.
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Board-Level Director/Manager with Proven Global Retail & FMCG ExpertiseI bring a wealth of experience as a board-level Director/Manager, specializing in major international, multi-regional, multi-cultural, and multi-format Retail, Wholesale, and FMCG companies. With a proven track record, I have driven profitable turnovers exceeding £1.5 billion in complex operating environments.I excel in leading diverse, remote, and cross-functional teams, managing more than 10,000 employees and my leadership style is rooted in coaching and mentoring, with a hands-on operational approach that fosters highly engaged and motivated teams.International Experience:Europe: UK, France, Italy, Germany, Bulgaria, Croatia, Turkey, SwitzerlandMiddle East: Oman, Bahrain, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Jordan, Saudi ArabiaFar East: Malaysia, Thailand, Pakistan, IndonesiaGoal:To contribute to a leading retail organization that champions the customer as the core business driver, ensuring customer-centricity in every aspect of its operations.Specialties:Delivering exceptional financial performance through strategic operations management.Driving growth in small businesses, acquisitions, and new ventures.Stabilizing mature businesses and spearheading their re-growth.I am committed to leveraging my extensive experience and strategic insight to drive success and innovation in the retail sector.
Listed skills include Retail, Management, Operations Management, Strategy, and 46 others.
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Mark Lack work experience
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Chief Executive Officer
CurrentAs the CEO for Circle K across KSA and UAE, I am excited to introducing the region to the community spirit embodied in Circle K convenience stores.
Aug 2024 - Present
Company Secretary
CurrentAs the Company Secretary and Director I advise the board on corporate affairs as well as company accounts filing, board matters and advising the company management team on business growth opportunities.
Apr 2024 - Present
Founder
CurrentFounding a holding company to explore several options to disseminate my 40 years of retail experience to as wide an audience as possible.
Dec 2023 - Present
Host
CurrentExploring the online world of educational retail for everyone. Watch out here for the links to many online discussions about all things retail.
Nov 2023 - Present
Chief Operating Officer
As COO for the Danube and BinDawood stores across the kingdom with responsibility for over 400,000sqm of space, 100m customer transactions and more than 10,000 colleagues. Spearheading the transformation of the business after a successful IPO to bring in modern retailing methodologies and deep dive data analytics for employees, customers and stock.
Sep 2022 - Dec 2023
Chief Executive Officer
Sep 2018 - Jun 2022
Senior Vice President - Retail Markets
Aug 2017 - Mar 2022
Chief Operating Officer
Full management at PnL level for the 4 banners and 4 formats comprising 50 stores in 3 countries across the GCC with a turnover approaching US$1bn and EBITDA of 4.7%. Including, but not limited to Finance, Human Resources, IT, Audit, Commercial and Marketing, Business Development and Projects, Store and Country Operations and the Corporate office.
Oct 2014 - Jul 2017
Chief Operating Officer
Full management at PnL level for the 4 banners and 4 formats comprising 50 stores in 3 countries across the GCC with a turnover approaching US$1bn and EBITDA of 4.7%. Including, but not limited to Finance, Human Resources, IT, Audit, Commercial and Marketing, Business Development and Projects, Store and Country Operations and the Corporate office.
Oct 2014 - Jul 2017
Chief Operating Officer
Full management at PnL level for the 4 banners and 4 formats comprising 50 stores in 3 countries across the GCC with a turnover approaching US$1bn and EBITDA of 4.7%. Including, but not limited to Finance, Human Resources, IT, Audit, Commercial and Marketing, Business Development and Projects, Store and Country Operations and the Corporate office.
Oct 2014 - Jul 2017
Sales And Operations Director
Pt Emporium Indonesia
Business case design and delivery to Board of Directors, Board of Commissioners and Shareholders for initial investment of US$ triple digit millions - approved.Designed and executed the expansion strategy including site finding, feasibility, negotiation, store design, customer potential, investment proposal and board approval.Standard Operating Practices.
Oct 2012 - Oct 2014
Country Retail Operations Director
The oldest and largest retailer in the Kingdom with a multi format offering of full service supermarket stores, wholesale stores, petrol forecourt stores and neighbourhood stores across the country.Achievements include;Improved audit results by 62% and 74% consecutively and judged best country for operational compliance. Improved product availability from.
Sep 2010 - Mar 2012
Coo / Senior Operations Director
Makro-Habib Pakistan Limited
Achievements:Decreased costs by 10% focusing on efficiencies in establishment costs (energy, waste, facilities).Improved cash flow through reduction in stock holding levels by 30% and increased availability by 20%.Designed and implemented new layouts in stores and changed the assortment to reflect local market conditions and consumer spending.
Nov 2008 - Jan 2010
Operations Director
Achievements:Reduced shrinkage and markdowns across food, non food and fresh foods by 30%.Reduced stock holding by 8% overall and improved availability from 89% to 97%.Reduced absence, improved retention and reduced employee turnover to below UK industry averages.Completed 3 £10 million plus store refurbishments on time and within budget.
Sep 2005 - Jul 2008
Divisional Head
Oman United Agencies Llc
An FMCG distribution company in the Middle East with three core divisions, Travel Retail, FMCG Distribution and Alcoholic Beverages Distribution and Retailing
Feb 2000 - Mar 2005
Country Manager
Booker Cash & Carry
Country Manager in Turkey as final position. Worked as Store Manager, International Operations Support (Malaysia Thailand, Turkey) and finally as Country Manager for Turkey.
Jul 1993 - Oct 1999
Regional Manager
Save Service Stations
Covered up to 45 franchised petrol stations with three area managers reporting in this was my first "field based" role.
Mar 1992 - Jul 1993
Store Manager
Aldi Uk
As store manager of the 20th store to open and then moved to store manager of the 2nd store.
Nov 1990 - Feb 1992
Store Manager
Opened the new store "in the North" which was Birmingham before moving to a variety of stores across the country.
Apr 1986 - Jul 1990
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Mark Lack education
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Imd
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What company does Mark Lack work for?
Mark Lack works for TheParallelEffect.
What is Mark Lack's role at TheParallelEffect?
Mark Lack is listed as Writer and Chief Content Creator at TheParallelEffect.
Where is Mark Lack based?
Mark Lack is based in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia while working with TheParallelEffect.
What companies has Mark Lack worked for?
Mark Lack has worked for Theparalleleffect, Circle K Alsulaiman, Infamous Gaming Ltd., Mak & Pineleaf Holdings Ltd, and Retail101 Online.
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Mark Lack holds Mobilising People from Imd.
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Mark Lack is listed with skills including Retail, Management, Operations Management, Strategy, Negotiation, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, and Leadership.
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