MARTIN MEIJERS
De Bilt
Summary
Experienced IT professional with over 25 years in the industry, including more than 5 years in IT Management & Sourcing. Expertise in strategic direction, budget preparation and management, operations management with a focus on improving service delivery quality and efficiency, IT sourcing, negotiation, vendor relationships, project management, and IT business consultancy. Proven ability to manage dispersed teams and link vision and business requirements to achieve desired results through people empowerment and effective use of resources, processes, and technologies. Extensive international experience, having lived and traveled in Asia Pacific and Europe. Strong team player with effective leadership, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, coupled with a results-driven attitude.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Director
Nouryon
10.2022 - Current
- Managed a team of 150+ professionals across multiple regions, managing global IT operations and infrastructure for 8,500 users at over 100 locations. Oversaw a $50 million annual IT budget, with responsibilities in application management, infrastructure, ServiceDesk & Onsite Support, and security operations.
- Transformed the IT organization into a service and process excellence organization, achieving top quartile cost levels.
- Improved IT infrastructure by migrating on-prem applications to the cloud, boosting scalability, security, disaster recovery, and operational efficiency.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services for the organization's IT needs.
IT Project Director
Nouryon
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Managed a global team of Information Managers, Project Managers, Solution Architects, Consultants and PMO organization.
- Implemented comprehensive project portfolio management processes and procedures ensuring alignment with organizational goals and optimizing resource allocation.
- Delivered multiple projects including acquisitions and divestment's on time and in full, consistently meeting stakeholder expectations and project milestones.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining project management workflows, resource management and adopting better practices.
IT Director Center of Expertise
Nouryon
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed a global team of 40 FTEs, ensuring effective collaboration and performance. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members. Collaborating with other departments to understand their needs and provide IT solutions that support their objectives.
- Developing and implementing IT strategies that align with the organization's goals.
- Driving IT innovation by exploring and integrating new technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managing IT projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet needs of the business.
Director Application Management Services EMEA
AkzoNobel
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed the Application Management Service team in the EMEA region, consisting of 150 employees across 8 shared service centers, with an operating budget of €46 million.
- Ensured uninterrupted delivery of application management services during the transition to an outsourced service provider. Maintained team motivation and supported employees in their career transitions while guaranteeing seamless service continuity until the transfer was complete.
Director of IT Sourcing
AkzoNobel
01.2012 - 06.2016
- Managed team of 8 main buyers, overseeing negotiation, contracting, and purchasing strategies with global sourcing responsibilities exceeding €600M.
- Developed and implemented sourcing and category strategies, cost and working capital reduction programs.
- Collaborated with business units to ensure clarity on specifications and expectations.
- Sourced new suppliers, including outsourcing Finance and ICT services to service providers.
- Led commercial discussions with suppliers and stakeholder teams, managed corporate contracts, and developed relationships between internal functions/business units and key suppliers.
Principal Consultant
Atos Consulting (formerly KPMG)
01.2001 - 12.2011
- Advised clients on developing IT strategies, information plans, enterprise architecture, and roadmap definitions.
- Partnered with business, technology stakeholders, and SMEs to facilitate the definition of business requirements, business process mapping, process redesign, and delivery of technology solutions.
- Provided advisory and implementation services for SAP ERP and CRM systems.
- Managed global IT projects ranging from €500K to €5M.
Business Consultant
Origin
04.1997 - 12.2000
- Provided advisory and implementation services for SAP ERP and CRM.
- Led global template implementations for companies such as TNT Post, Fuji, and KLM.
- Designed SAP solutions and enhancements, managed key user teams, and deliverables throughout all implementation phases.
Business Analyst
Utrecht Facilities Services
09.1996 - 04.1997
- Researched and analyzed business processes and procedures, conducted cost, scenario, and benchmarking analysis, identified key issues, and designed and implemented solutions to improve operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Management Science -
Hogeschool Van Utrecht
12-1996
High School (VWO) -
College Blaucapel
Utrecht06-1991
Skills
- IT procurement
- IT stakeholder management
- IT project portfolio management
- Enterprise architecture
- IT service delivery
- IT strategy development
- IT operations management
- Department management
Education Courses
Several consultancy skills, project management, sourcing and leadership courses including Core Skills, PRINCE2, Personal Coaching, Strategic Sourcing Methodology, Inspirational Leadership, Executive Performance Training, Leadership Insights for Transformation, Senior Leadership Program, 1996 - 2024
Languages
Dutch
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
IT Director
Nouryon
10.2022 - Current
IT Project Director
Nouryon
03.2020 - 09.2022
IT Director Center of Expertise
Nouryon
01.2018 - 02.2020
Director Application Management Services EMEA
AkzoNobel
07.2016 - 12.2017
Director of IT Sourcing
AkzoNobel
01.2012 - 06.2016
Principal Consultant
Atos Consulting (formerly KPMG)
01.2001 - 12.2011
Business Consultant
Origin
04.1997 - 12.2000
Business Analyst
Utrecht Facilities Services
09.1996 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Management Science -
Hogeschool Van Utrecht
High School (VWO) -
College Blaucapel
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