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Netherlands

Ottersum, Limburg, Netherlands

It's an interesting time in the world of food. A rapidly changing world calls for new perspectives and action. What will be the menu of the future, and how can I contribute to that?Within the domain of food, I am daily engaged in connecting and activating all stakeholders. Making a difference with creative solutions for strategy and communication issues..

Netherlands

Austin - Texas

• Experienced a 5-year period living abroad with my family, fostering adaptability and a global perspective. During this time, I dedicated my time to my family and to meaningful volunteer work.
• Partners in Parenting Group leader: As a group leader I welcomed parents with newborns, facilitated discussions, provided valuable information, hosted guest speakers, and actively contributed to fostering neighborhood.
• PTA board member: The PTA serves as a collaborative alliance among parents, teachers and school administration. During this time, I managed the Fundraising and Parent Education Committee achieving success in securing.

Zaltbommel, Gelderland, Netherlands

• As the leader of the IRI NL Business development team, I initiated and drove customer acquisition initiatives for FMCG companies, strategically guiding the team to establish successful partnerships.
• Developed a thorough long-term new business strategy
• Oversaw national tenders and developed tailor-made multi-year service offers resulting in the new contracts with Maxxium, Westland and Dr. Oetker
• Led negotiations at senior management and executive levels, contributing to successful deal closures and strategic partnerships (resulting in € 1 mio new business revenue and 24 new clients in 2015 & 2016)
• Member of IRI Commercial Management Team
• Managing team of 2 direct reports (both junior and senior level)

Zaltbommel, Gelderland, Netherlands

• IRI Netherlands, Zaltbommel, The Netherlands Managed a diverse client portfolio with focus on Fresh Food and Dairy, meeting revenue targets and overseeing contract renewals. Generated sales through identifications of.
• Performed day-to-day commercial account management
• Built strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels withing the client organizations

Took a one-year sabbatical exploring diverse cultures and broaden perspectives through extensive global travel across Asia and Australia.

• Managed and expanded key accounts such as, Sara Lee, SCA, Mondelez, Spadel and Pepsico.
• Led the acquisition of the strategic account Friesland Campina, propelling it to one of Boost Group’s top two key accounts.
• Proactively drove new customer acquisition initiatives, consistently exceeding annual targets.
• Accountable for developing annual account and budget plans.
• Provided training and coaching for customer project teams

Eindhoven

Managed and expanded a portfolio of middle and small business accounts (turnover up to € 5 mio), overseeing 350 clients, including 50 key accounts. Cultivated and supported relationships by providing expert advice on finances, risk management and insurance solutions. Additionally, initiated and successfully led customer acquisition projects.

Eindhoven

In these rolls, I collaborated closely with the Key account manager, serving as the primary point of contact for the client portfolio. Planned and coordinated account activity, while identifying and generating sales opportunities.

Bachelor Of Business Administration And Management

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