Patrick De Groot Email & Phone Number

Committed leader of the Procurement & Trading department and Packaging Development department for all business units of Royal Smilde. Member of the Management Team of Smilde Foods and Smilde Bakery.I have experience with the procurement of all categories in the FMCG-market: Packaging materials, raw materials, services and non-product related. Proven competence in category management and supplier relation management. Strong track record in driving value, saving costs, managing risk, sustainability and innovation. Known for strong drive and energy. Creating business value by understanding business needs and building connections between internal stakeholders, external stakeholders and the supply chain.My leadership style is characterized by a strong sense of direction, open, direct, and inspirational communication, a belief in results through teamwork, empowerment, and accountability, and truly caring for stakeholders, direct reports, and associates.I am an entrepreneurial and autonomous worker, build trust and develop long lasting relationships with colleagues, direct reports, business stakeholders, clients, and key suppliers. Driving results and knowing how to find the right balance in the interests of all parties involved is of high importance for me. Motivate actions, lead by example, empower, and inspire people to use their talents. My passion lies in the field of creating stability and flexibility in the ever-changing environment.Specialties: Procurement, Purchasing Management, Account Management, Project Management, Strategy, Packaging Development, FMCG, Food, Contracting (legal aspects), Ingredients, Eggs, Vegetable Oils and Fats, Agriculture Raw Materials, Energy, Leasing.Before my current job I worked as a Senior purchaser and Account Manager at Inbak All into Food which is part of the Triple i sourcing group. I worked together with a lot of companies (mainly in the food business) on different sourcing subjects. Therefor I worked for 12,5 years as head of the purchasing department at Bolletje B.V., a food company which produces bakery products.