Jaco Knetemann

Entrepreneur, business owner and adventurous traveller

Brecht, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

Highly accomplished logistics executive with a distinguished career driving operational excellence and strategic growth within complex, international supply chains. Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams, optimize warehouse networks, and implement innovative solutions to achieve significant cost savings and revenue enhancements. Expertise in contract negotiation, process improvement, and leveraging technology to transform logistics operations into competitive advantages. I share my passion for (adventurous) travel through my (parttime) work as guide for 4x4 holidays (4x4vakanties.nl) in several European countries like Iceland, France, Italy, Spain, UK and the Nordics.

Experience

  • COO at TGB Connect
    Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    At TGB Connect we specialize in building bridges between global networks to seamlessly align supply and demand. Our mission is to connect businesses with the right talent, empowering growth and fostering innovation in today’s competitive global market. TGB Connect B.V. is a trusted partner in workforce solutions, dedicated to creating opportunities for businesses and professionals across industries. With a deep understanding of market trends and a vast network of partners, we act as a hub where demand meets supply.

  • COO at GritStone B.V.
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    With GritStone we introduce the G-light account which is an innovative solution, bridging the gap between Dutch companies and their international counterparts. Compliance, transparency, and trust are the essential pillars on which GritStone is founded, paving the way for solid partnership and seamless collaboration.

  • Company Owner at JAKNAD Management & JKHolding
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

  • COO at Feed & Clean the World
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

    At Feed & Clean the World Europe (FCW Europe) we bring a groundbreaking line of solutions to market, aimed at addressing the most pressing global environmental challenges of our time. This exclusive collection of all-natural, non-toxic products are designed to work synergistically with nature to restore and preserve our natural ecosystems.

  • CEVA Logistics (Full-time · 2 yrs 6 mos)
    • Head of contract logistics Benelux
      Apr 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Responsible for the contract logistics activities of Ceva in the Benelux

    • Vice President Operations EU
      Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 · 4 mos

      Responsible for large cross-border e-Commerce accounts, solutions design, innovation, business process excellence and project management new accounts.

    • Executive Director
      Apr 2022 - Dec 2022 · 9 mos

      In April 2022 CMA-CGM has acquired the shares of Ingram Micro CLS and has started to integrate the business in CEVA logistics.