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
1999.09 - 2001.07
Study to translate the wish of the customer to the language of the computer programmer.
MBO - Port & Transport
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