Zomergem, Flemish Region, Belgium
Senior executive with a proven track record of leading large retail and operational organisations with over 1.200 employees. Skilled in driving commercial growth, steering complex change programmes, and optimising operations across multi-site environments. Consistently delivers measurable impact on profitability and customer experience — even in highly competitive and unionised settings.
Lead one of the most profitable Media Markt stores in Belgium. Full P&L responsibility for a € 30M store, drive cross-selling, NPS, conversion and average ticket.
Directed a district of 13 stores with combined turnover of € 300M and 1,200+ employees. Focused on sales growth, shrink reduction, food safety and operational efficiency. Recruited and coached (assistant) store managers. Served as president of the for CPBW and led regional social dialogue.
Successfully guided Aalst through Delhaize’s major organisational transformation programme. Strong focus on change management; maintained productive working relationships with trade unions throughout.
Lead this huge Delhaize with a strong Colruyt across the street.
Member of the management team, chaired the recruitment committee. Responsible for budget preparation, policy development and management of the technical department.
Managed purchasing and sales for the brown goods department, negotiating directly with suppliers. Developed strong negotiation skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
Fom student to all possible blue collar jobs in an industrial bakery production plant.