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Brussels Area, Belgium

Brussels Area, Belgium

As an independent consultant, I have spearheaded numerous procurement and global sourcing initiatives, achieving significant improvements in business processes and integration. My strategic approach to change management has led to successful turnarounds, enhancing operational efficiency and boosting profitability. Additionally, I have assisted clients in reviewing their commercial strategies and developing business development activities, including market research and analysis. My advisory role has consistently delivered value, positioning clients for sustainable growth.

Belgium

Everberg (Belgium)

Development and management of the goods & service long term purchasing strategy for the respective sector of the goods and services portfolio to maximize efficiency and profitability, minimize costs, implement best in class purchasing process and achieve agreed bottom line added value to individual business units. Management of operational procurement and related supply chain activities across the EAME territories and business units.Key Achievements:- Optimized procurement processes leading to a 30% increase in cost savings.- Managed a cross-functional team that successfully streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times by 25%.

Everberg (Belgium)

Ensure that the Board and Executives team are provided with the financial information necessary to fulfil their responsibilities. Provide financial accounts to comply with statutory requirements. Work with SBU's Directors to develop improvement strategies for all aspects of the business. Directly lead and manage staff in the Finance unit to ensure smooth transition into the Accounting Share Service Centre.Key Achievements:- Directed the transition to a centralized Accounting Shared Service Centre, improving financial reporting efficiency by 40%

Everberg (Belgium) / Ternate (Italy)

Manage the entire product line life cycle of the assigned products portfolio from strategic planning to tactical activities, including domestic and international product management. Specify market requirements for current and future products. Develop and implement a go-to-market plan, working with all departments to execute. Analyze industry/market opportunities for potential strategic alliances.Key Achievements:- Launched a new product line that captured a 7% market share within its first two years.- Developed a go-to-market strategy that increased sales revenue by 14%

Everberg (Belgium) / Geismar, La (Usa) / Shangai (China)

Under the guidance of the Executive Board Members, plan and direct Company's strategic and long-range goals. Bring strong analytical foundation to uncover fresh and innovative insights/business opportunities and inspire creative ideas. Develop and implement standardized strategic planning tools to foster consistency over time and across projects. Prepare accurate, timely and viable financial plans, identifying areas of risk and sensitivity.Key Achievements:- Implemented standardized strategic planning tools that improved project consistency and success rates.

Ternate (Italy)

Install and manage the South Europe, East Europe and Middle East and Africa Customer Service function/teams. Optimize customer service experience for end customers. Conduct organizational reviews of the entire supply chain process to identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities to improve operational effectiveness. Create company-wide culture of Customer Service and Success. Align with Executive Teams (e.i. SBUs, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain and Manufacturing) around customer service key metrics and objectives.Key Achievements:- Conducted organizational reviews that improved supply chain effectiveness, reducing response times by 20%.- Reduced customers complaints and improved overall customers satisfaction rate by 11%

Ternate (Italy) / Rotterdam (The Netherlands)

Under the supervision of the CFO, promote efficient business processes and develop Finance procedures. Develop financial policies and processes and monitoring Finance regulatory compliance. Manage the performance of the Financial Systems and related processes. Provide project management support for the implementation of SAP accounting.Key Achievements:- Led the successful implementation of SAP accounting systems, enhancing financial data accuracy and reporting capabilities.

Ternate (Italy) / Milan (Italy)

Maintain information technology strategies by managing staff and providing project management support for the implementation of the new Company's IT solutions. Provide network and server support and oversee the successful operation of the information technology help-desk system.Key Achievements:- Overhauled IT infrastructure, resulting in a 35% reduction in system downtime - Improved overall organizational efficiency by 18%

Strategy Formulation And Decision Through Simulation

Economics For Business Leaders

Business Management / Economics

Diploma In Accounting And Business Management