COMPANYEuropean importer and distributor of promotional products through four different Business Units: Van Helden (distributor), Van Heijster (distributor), Eurogifts (distributor) and Giving Europe (wholesale).ASSIGNMENTCentralization & Next Level Transformation.TASKSCentralization and management of all marketing departments and activities of the four different Business Units.Launch of a new web platform for all the Business Units, including the implementation of a PIM/MDM system.Full repositioning of the four different brands, including the development of four related brand identities.Development and implementation of counter-, recovery- and reset plans, anticipating on the effects of the COVID-19 crisis.Development and implementation of a completely new price systematic, including setting up all the related processes and organization.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYDutch and Belgian subsidiaries of Weber, the American (private equity owned) manufacturer of premium barbecues & accessories.ASSIGNMENTNext Level Transformation & Scale-Up.TASKSMerging Weber-Stephen Holland BV and Weber-Stephen Products Belgium BVBA to one independent and strong Benelux organization.Managing the total organization of Weber Benelux with full P & L responsibility.Leading and coaching the management team (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Logistics & Planning, Customer Service, After Sales, Human Resources, IT).Constantly professionalizing and optimizing the efficiency of processes within the organization.Determining all relevant targets and KPI’s for the organization in general and per department or/and manager specifically.Building and maintaining an informal and decisive company/team culture.Implementing a selective distribution system in combination with a transparent dealer (condition) structure and direct-to-consumer sales (online, brand store). Developing new plans and concepts in order to boost the sales and profit results in a way that fits a premium brand, like for example the Weber Grill Academy workshops.Identifying and creating new opportunities and/or partnerships to expand the existing business model.Increasing brand awareness and sales conversion with strong consumer marketing plans consisting of for example holistic marketing (media) campaigns, strong promotions activities, shop-in-shop, local hero programs and events.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.Member of the Top Leadership Team EMEA. Reporting and keeping daily contact with the Head Office in Germany to support, align and succesfully translate the global strategy into strong local measures.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYDutch subsidiary of Weber, the American (private equity owned) manufacturer of premium barbecues & accessories.ASSIGNMENTNext Level Transformation & Scale-Up.TASKSManaging the total organization of Weber Holland BV with full P & L responsibility.Leading and coaching the management team (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Logistics & Planning, Customer Service, After Sales, Human Resources, IT).Constantly professionalizing and optimizing the efficiency of processes within the organization.Determining all relevant targets and KPI’s for the organization in general and per department or/and manager specifically.Building and maintaining an informal and decisive company/team culture.Developing new plans and concepts in order to boost the sales and profit results in a way that fits a premium brand, like for example the Weber Grill Academy workshops.Identifying and creating new opportunities and/or partnerships to expand the existing business model.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.Increasing brand awareness and sales conversion with strong consumer marketing plans consisting of for example holistic marketing (media) campaigns, strong promotions activities, shop-in-shop, local hero programs and events.Reporting and keeping daily contact with the Head Office in Germany to support, align and succesfully translate the global strategy into strong local measures.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYHolland-based European importer and distributor of media accessories, specialised in licensed products (Disney, Hello Kitty, etc.).ASSIGNMENTStart-up.TASKSStarting up a completely new organization for the import of media accessories.Recruiting and managing all staff and sales agents connected to QCT. Acquisition of new customers and expansion of business with existing relations.Designing, implementing and managing the websites of the organization.Setting up and managing the logistical structure for the international container transports as well as for the small distribution shipped from the local (robotized) warehouse.Developing, implementing and managing Just-In-Time contracts for key accounts regarding container-based sales according to a mutually agreed planning system.Managing all matters concerning finance, bookkeeping and accountancy, including the selection and implementation of the ERP system.Sourcing of fitting partners in the field of sales, logistics, automation and products, like for example the exclusive import rights for a specific range of Disney® productsRESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYHolland-based European importer,distributor and developer of media packaging.ASSIGNMENTNext level transformation & scale-up.TASKSProfessionalizing, expanding and managing the organization in every possible field: sales, marketing, human resources, logistics, etc.Developping and managing the logistical structure for the international container transports as well as for the small distribution shipped from the local warehouse.Developing, implementing and managing Just-In-Time contracts for key accounts regarding container-based sales according to a mutually agreed planning system.Developing new plans and concepts in order to boost the sales and profit results with a strong focus on key accounts in both the industrial sector as the retail market.Building a centrally managed European distribution structure.Developing and implementing a consistent and efficient price system.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYHolland-based Benelux movie distributor for titles like “Terminator”, “Kill Bill”, “What Women Want”, etc.ASSIGNMENTScale-up.TASKSManaging the customer service, sales teams and Sales Managers of the divisions RCV Sell Through Entertainment and RCV Home Entertainment in the Benelux area.Structuring and expanding the sales organization in the field of staff, procedures, sales tools and synergy with partners or other divisions within RCV.Developing new plans and concepts in order to boost the sales and profit results.Setting up a complete and consistent reporting structure to have a clear view on how to increase the net profit as effective as possible and create more margin awareness within the organization.Implementing a new, efficient and uniform price and discount system at the time of the introduction of the Euro.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYDutch subsidiary of NEC Computers, the Japanese computer hardware manufacturer.ASSIGNMENTStart-up.TASKSStarting up the Dutch subsidiary for NEC Computer Systems. Managing the total organization of NEC Computers Nederland with full P & L responsibility.Recruiting, selecting and coaching all staff of the Dutch subsidiary.Launching and positioning the brand NEC in the Dutch IT market.Developing a direct sales and marketing strategy with a strong focus on E-commerce.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.Taking all necessary steps needed to boost the results.Reporting and keeping daily contact with the other subsidiaries, the factories and the Head Office in France in order to support, align and execute the European sales and marketing strategy.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

COMPANYDutch and Belgian subsidiaries of BASF Audio/Video, the German manufacturer of audio- and video cassettes, floppy discs and storage media.ASSIGNMENTScale-up.TASKSDetermining the sales and marketing strategy of the division Professional Audio Video Benelux, including full P & L responsibility.Managing the sales & marketingteam in combination with acquiring new customers and expanding business with existing key accounts.Structuring and optimizing the organization in the field of sales, marketing, automation and logistics.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.Translating customer wishes and market demands to concrete products or product adaptations.Developing and executing the annual sales and marketing plans.Taking all necessary steps needed to boost the results.Reporting and keeping daily contact with the Head Office in Germany.RESULTSFor achieved results, please see my résumé which can be send to you upon request.

TASKSImproving the sales results by developing and maintaining relationships with customers for the division Professional Audio Video and Consumer Products.Developing a range of private label products for a number of retail chains in the Benelux (like HEMA, Carrefour, Aldi, Kruidvat, etc).Setting up and expanding a dealer structure and dealer strategy for Professional Audio Video products.Creating, organizing and executing promotional activities aimed at the relevant target groups.Managing all matters regarding print, displays, special packaging, press releases and other sales support tools, including organizing relation events. Setting up and managing the annual marketing budgets and plans.Maintaining the price system and guarding the price structure.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.

TASKSDeveloping, implementing and introducing a range of rechargeable batteries and battery chargers as fitting addition to the existing range of audio and video products.Managing the stock of rechargeable batteries during the start-up phase.Sourcing and negotiating with different suppliers in the field of rechargeable batteries, battery chargers and various packaging possibilities.Creating, organizing and executing promotional activities aimed at the relevant target groups.Managing all matters regarding, print, displays, special packaging, press releases and other sales support tools, including organizing relation events. Setting up and managing the annual marketing budget and plans.Maintaining the price system and guarding the price structure.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate as well as possible.

TASKSDeveloping and implementing a marketing structure to support the sales teams of the divisions Professional Audio Video and Computer Supplies. Developing and managing a price and discount system.Analyzing and reporting trends, developments, threats and opportunities in the market in order to anticipate on these as well as possible.Creating, organizing and executing promotional activities aimed at the relevant target groups.Managing all matters regarding, print, displays, special packaging, press releases and other sales support tools, including organizing relation events. Setting up and managing the annual marketing budget and plans.