Gijs Stevers

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Chief Procurement Officer @ Libra Energy | Co-founder @ Equinox Solar Insights ☀ @ Equinox Solar Insights
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Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, Netherlands
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About Gijs Stevers

With a career spanning several years in the renewable energy sector, my expertise in market intelligence and supply chain management has been integral to my roles at Equinox Solar Insights and Libra Energy. At Equinox, our mission is to illuminate the Sub-Saharan solar market, leveraging my experience to guide organizations towards sustainable growth and operational excellence. My commitment to sustainability and international relations is matched by my dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making.Since joining Libra Energy, I have led a talented team of 15+ professionals, currently overseeing both the Purchasing and Product Management Teams. My tenure as Chief Procurement Officer is characterized by a strategic approach to sourcing sustainable energy products, enhancing our footprint in the NL, DE, BE, and the wider EU market. Skills in renewable energy, data analytics, and international relations have been pivotal in driving Libra Energy's success and will continue to shape our trajectory

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Equinox Solar Insights

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Chief Procurement Officer @ Libra Energy | Co-founder @ Equinox Solar Insights ☀
Gijs Stevers Work Experience Details
  • Equinox Solar Insights
    Co-Founder - Market & Equipment Specialist
    Equinox Solar Insights Apr 2024 - Present
    At Equinox Solar Insights, we are dedicated to providing market intelligence and advisory services focused on the Sub-Saharan solar market. We help organisations to optimize, expand, or establish their solar operations across the continent through expert market insights & data-driven decision-making.
  • Libra Energy
    Chief Procurement Officer
    Libra Energy Mar 2024 - Present
    Velsen-Noord, Noord-Holland, Nl
    Libra Energy is a distributor and wholesaler of sustainable energy products. Our expertise lays within the field of solar energy, energy storage and e-mobility. With our team of 100+ employees, we serve our customers in NL, DE, BE and the wider EU.At Libra Energy I am responsible for the Purchasing Team & Product Management Team.
  • Libra Energy
    Chief Technology Officer
    Libra Energy May 2020 - Mar 2024
    Velsen-Noord, Noord-Holland, Nl
    As CTO responsible for: Product Management & Technical Support.
  • Bluetown
    Global Procurement & Sourcing Manager
    Bluetown May 2018 - Mar 2020
    Copenhagen, Denmark, Dk
    BLUETOWN provides low-cost, sustainable Wi-Fi solutions to connect people in rural areas of the world.
  • Power Providers Tanzania
    Business Development Manager
    Power Providers Tanzania Mar 2016 - Jan 2018
    Arusha, Tz
    Power Providers is an off-grid solar company in Arusha, Tanzania with roughly 25 employees. After a dip in sales I was hired to assist building up and strengthening the company and ensure business processes hinged less around the managing director.- Started a sales & marketing department and introduced new marketing channels through which now a significant portion of new business is acquired. - Responsible for setting up recruitment & HR processes and hiring of 15 new staff members.- Introduced Google Apps and cloud based accounting and inventory software solutions. - Initiated several RFQs for selection of supplier for solar panel, lead-acid batteries, lithium-ion batteries and solar water heaters. - Evaluated potential financing options for future growth and in process of developing financed solar water pumping solutions.
  • Sungevity International
    Head Of Operations
    Sungevity International Mar 2014 - Mar 2016
    Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Nl
    Started working at this residential solar company when it was a start-up with 15 employees. After being acquired by Oakland based Sungevity (1000 employees) Amsterdam grew into the European headquarters with 80 employees.- Recruitment and leading of a team of 12 solar specialist & project managers coordinating procurement, installations and aftersales service to customers in the Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom.- Responsible for selection of product portfolio and procurement of hardware and installation for 200+ residential/commercial solar power installations per month.- Lowered COGS by 10 % (adjusted for market fluctuations).- Increased NPS (Net Promotor Score) Score from 32% in 2013 to 58% in 2015.- Lead project manager for winning a 2.4MW/4 MEUR home solar tender (group buying scheme)
  • Sungevity International
    Head Of Customer Care
    Sungevity International Jun 2013 - Mar 2014
    Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Nl
  • Sungevity International
    Customer Care - Project Manager
    Sungevity International Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
    Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Nl
  • Cape To Cape 2012
    Cycled Norway To South Africa In 10 Months On An Electric Bicycle.
    Cape To Cape 2012 Apr 2012 - Feb 2013
    During this 19.800km journey I wanted to experience the renewable energy transition at first hand and explored the sector by talking with experienced professionals and visiting renewable energy sites along the route. The project was initiated by myself and the electric bicycle used for the trip was sponsored by Gazelle.- Visited 30+ renewable energy sites and met up and wrote about 50+ renewable energy professionals.- Facilitated a workshop developed by Energy Crossroads in 10 different countries for 400+ participants.
  • A.P. Moller - Maersk Group
    Group Sustainability - Student Assistant
    A.P. Moller - Maersk Group Mar 2010 - Mar 2012
    Copenhagen, Dk
    As a student assistant in Group Sustainability I: - Assisted in developing the Groups Climate Change Strategy and kept track of progress- Assisted in publishing the 2010 and 2011 Maersk Sustainability Report - Initiated a network for students working for A.P. Moller - Maersk- Wrote an advising paper on "Maersk & Socially Responsible Investment"
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Various Internships, Jobs And Entrepreneurial Projects
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Jan 2008 - Jan 2012
    Amsterdam, Nl
    - NOTS/McKinsey – After winning a McKinsey case competition together with 3 other students we conducted a feasibility study for Concentrated Solar Power in Namibia and Mozambique- Foreningen af Naturresourcestuderende – As the treasurer and first international member of the student union I managed a budget of 500.000 DKK- Afrikaansgeld.nl - After a trip to Africa I set up a website via which it was possible to trade less common African currency- ABN AMRO – During a 4-month internship I developed a sustainability indicator for bonds- Amazing Zambia – For a newly developed lodge in Zambia I researched the development of tourism activities- EF Education – I interviewed prospective students applying for an EF High School Year and evaluated their eligibility- A.V. Phoenix – As a track & field trainer/coach I was responsible for weekly practices and events of my 25 young athletes

Gijs Stevers Skills

Sustainability Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Energy Environmental Economics Solar Energy English Environmental Awareness Dutch Sustainable Development Economics International Development Environmental Policy Corporate Social Responsibility Denmark Home Solar Systems Statistics International Relations Training Carbon Disclosure Project

Gijs Stevers Education Details

  • Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen
    Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen
    Msc. Environmental And Natural Resource Economics
  • University College Utrecht
    University College Utrecht
    Economics And Geography
  • St. Laurent Collegiate, Canada
    St. Laurent Collegiate, Canada
    High School A-Levels
  • Eckart College
    Eckart College
    Economics And Geography

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Gijs Stevers works for Equinox Solar Insights

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Gijs Stevers's current role is Chief Procurement Officer @ Libra Energy | Co-founder @ Equinox Solar Insights ☀.

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Gijs Stevers attended Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen, University College Utrecht, St. Laurent Collegiate, Canada, Eckart College.

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