Profielschets
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Joost  Greeve

Joost Greeve

Profielschets

Experienced logistics manager with over 20 years of experience in managing complex international logistics projects and offshore supply chains. Expert in streamlining logistics processes to ensure on-time delivery of critical project cargo. Proven track record in transforming loss-making departments into profitable entities and leading cross-functional global teams.

Overzicht

5
5
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience

Werkervaring

Logistics Manager

GAC Netherlands Ltd.
Vlaardingen
2024.02 - 2026.04
  • Managing a logistics department of 25 staff across two strategic locations in the Netherlands
  • Successfully restructured the department, restoring profitability after years of financial losses
  • Leading procurement, contract negotiations and long-term supply chain strategy
  • Optimalisation of departments processes
  • Facilitated cross-functional team meetings to address logistics challenges and develop cohesive solutions.
  • Led a team of 25 logistics personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Business Development Manager

Blue Water Shipping
Rotterdam
2023.01 - 2024.01
  • Negotiated contracts with new clients, securing profitable deals and expanding the company's client base.
  • Planned and developed winning strategies to increase sales, expand territories and boost market positioning.
  • Identified cross-selling opportunities through ongoing customer needs analysis.
  • Researched trends to gather data and implement innovative strategies.
  • Analysed market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for business expansion.

Logistics Manager

Willemen Infra
Kapellen, Belgie
2021.08 - 2022.12
  • Responsible for procurement and maintenance for all equipment in the region Antwerp of one of the biggest road construction companies in Belgium
  • Responsible for a €3 million investment budget
  • Lead a team of 100 people (direct/indirect)
  • Member of a project team in charge of the implementation of a new logistics software system
  • Assisted with continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and cost optimisation opportunities.

Logistics Manager

DHL Global Forwarding
Antwerp, Belgium
2018.01 - 2021.07
  • Supervised a team of 8 specialists in the Industrial Projects department, focusing o offshore-wind and mining
  • Expedited supply chain projects by maintaining high-level relationships with global carriers

Storekeeper

Heerema Marine Contractors S.E.
Offshore
2017.02 - 2018.02
  • Hands-on experience in an offshore environment, managing warehouse operations on board of SSCV Aegir.
  • Responsible for the certification of equipment
  • Preparation of demobilizations for project-specific equipment

Logistics Manager

Heerema Marine Contractors S.E.
Batam, Indonesie
2012.01 - 2017.01
  • Responsible for timely delivery of project cargo within strict timeframes and budgets for major offshore projects like Woodside, North Ranking A+B and Ichthys
  • Coordination of heavy lift vessels operations, including loading/discharging and preparation of load plans
  • Responsible for certification of offshore -and lifting equipment according client's regulations
  • Contract negotiations with carriers, tug an barge-owners

Opleidingen

Bussines Informatics - Bussines Informatics

Hogescool Rotterdam , Rotterdam
1999.09 - 2001.07

Study to translate the wish of the customer to the language of the computer programmer.

MBO - Port & Transport

Scheepvaart & Transport College, Rotterdam
1996.09 - 1999.07

The most famous school in the Netherlands if you want to learn everything about logistics.

Vaardigheden

  • Transportation management systems
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Project management experience
  • International logistics expertise
  • Procurement negotiation
  • Freight forwarding
  • Complex problem analysis
  • Safety standards
  • Warehousing expertise

Languages

Dutch
First language
English
Gevorderd
German
Beginner
Indonesian
Beginner

Tijdlijn

Logistics Manager - GAC Netherlands Ltd.
2024.02 - 2026.04
Business Development Manager - Blue Water Shipping
2023.01 - 2024.01
Logistics Manager - Willemen Infra
2021.08 - 2022.12
Logistics Manager - DHL Global Forwarding
2018.01 - 2021.07
Storekeeper - Heerema Marine Contractors S.E.
2017.02 - 2018.02
Logistics Manager - Heerema Marine Contractors S.E.
2012.01 - 2017.01
Hogescool Rotterdam - Bussines Informatics, Bussines Informatics
1999.09 - 2001.07
Scheepvaart & Transport College - MBO, Port & Transport
1996.09 - 1999.07
Joost Greeve