Fredrik Tjernes is an experienced professional in category management, currently serving as Kategorisjef for tyngre byggevarer at Mestergruppen AS since November 2017. Previously, Tjernes held the role of Kategorisjef at Byggmakker from May 2013 to November 2017, overseeing various product categories, including interiørplater and technical/chemical products, and was involved in market activities and supplier development. Tjernes also served as a Styremedlem as an employee representative and worked in category management for kitchens, bathrooms, and wardrobes during this period. Prior to that, Tjernes was a Kategoriassistent and later a Department Manager at Lefdal Elektromarked between September 2011 and April 2013, responsible for personnel and inventory management. Tjernes holds a Bachelor's degree in Business/Managerial Economics from Østfold University College, obtained between 2007 and 2010.