Mark Foulkes Beng (Hons) Mba Email & Phone Number

Essex, England, United Kingdom

• Successfully led and delivered multiple large-scale, transformational programs ranging from $5 million to $50 million, exceeding client expectations and ensuring on-time, on-budget completion.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by overseeing 18 cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and effectively managing resources to deliver on Quality, Cost, Weight, and Function.
• Excelled in client-facing roles, building strong relationships and consistently delivering… Show more
• Excelled in client-facing roles, building strong relationships and consistently delivering exceptional customer service.
• Utilized strong problem-solving abilities to identify and address project challenges, ensuring smooth operations and timely resolution of issues.
• Implemented process improvements to optimize program efficiency, resulting in $2mils cost savings and improved overall performance.

Essex, England, United Kingdom

• Created a New European servicing concept to enhance customer satisfaction, retention and revenue from cradle to service.
• Developing and negotiating business agreements across Europe on Technology, Infrastructure, & Strategic implementation to maximise returns while providing a simplistic ‘turn key’ solution.
• European regulations meant navigating complex agreements on setting guidelines and specifications on what to deliver.

Essex, England, United Kingdom

• Founded and successfully managed Cinema Lightboxes Ltd, a thriving startup specializing in Home Entertainment.
• Developed innovative business strategies, leading to exponential growth and market expansion.
• Demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills by identifying and capitalizing on emerging trends and market opportunities.
• Oversaw all aspects of business operations, including budgeting, marketing, sales, and customer relations.
• Built a strong team and fostered a… Show more
• Built a strong team and fostered a company culture focused on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Essex, England, United Kingdom

• Developed product portfolio plans for Engines & Transmission Technologies for Ford Asia Pacific Market, encompassing a strategic assessment of the competitive landscape and preparation of highly confidential business.
• Leveraged existing products with minimal engineering to capitalize on changing international tax legislation, resulting in cost savings and improved competitiveness.
• Presented business cases to senior leadership for the implementation… Show more
• Presented business cases to senior leadership for the implementation of new technologies and the establishment of new manufacturing locations.
• Led the selection, development, and verification plans of new technology suppliers to ensure application readiness.
• Experience managing and influencing multiple stakeholders in background to align on shared goal. Show less

Solihul (Midlands)

• Managed a team of 10 Engineers to provide quality assurance and assistance during the launch of a new production line.
• Developed and implemented processes and build plans to reduce defects and increase first-time through rates during the launch phase.
• Prepared and submitted weekly reports to management on quality performance, highlighting areas of improvement and presenting future plans for reducing defects.

Essex

• Responsibilities & Achievements
• Oversaw the management of 9 programs across 6 teams located in Brazil, US, Canada, Belgium, Germany, and UK, with program revenue ranging from $6 million to $19 million annually.
• Developed and maintained business relationships through regular technical and commercial exchanges, fostering customer loyalty and driving new business opportunities.
• Utilized best practices to establish and maintain program timing, cost, quality, and functionality… Show more Responsibilities & Achievements
• Utilized best practices to establish and maintain program timing, cost, quality, and functionality, ensuring successful program delivery.
• Travelled worldwide frequently to facilitate program progression and understand local cultures to better serve customers' needs.Key Projects & AchievementsMondeo (i4 Engine) New Technology Aluminium Die Cast Tensioner:

Bedford, England, United Kingdom

• Conducted value analysis and value engineering activities to reduce manpower, capital investment, and tooling costs while maintaining simplicity and efficiency.
• Achieved a 30% reduction in labour costs and reduced equipment expenses from £3.6 million to £1.8 million.
• Revolutionized product and process planning techniques for manufacturing line and plant layout, optimizing efficiency and streamlining operations.
• Successfully managed the implementation of a new product within a… Show more
• Successfully managed the implementation of a new product within a timeline of 1 year, surpassing the target by 1 month and staying within the allocated budget. Recognized with the Ford Award for outstanding project.

Bedford, England, United Kingdom

• Technical and Commercial Apprenticeship involved experience in a number of departments with positions of responsibility in Sales, Quality, Tool Room, Purchasing, Production Engineering, and Project Management.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration And Management, General, Merit

MBA

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 1St Class With Hons

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering 1st Class Hons

Hnc Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Distinction

HNC and HND of Engineering and Business

Hnc, Business & Finance, Merit

Engineering and Business