Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
I am a senior operations leader with a passion for transforming organizations by connecting people, processes and technology. Throughout my career in logistics, manufacturing and industrial operations, I have led teams through change, improved operational performance and built sustainable learning cultures. I believe that lasting results are achieved by empowering people, standardizing processes and making decisions based on data rather than assumptions. My strength lies in translating strategy into practical execution. Whether driving operational excellence, developing leadership capabilities, optimizing production processes or implementing continuous improvement initiatives, I focus on creating engaged teams that consistently deliver safe, reliable and measurable results. Core expertise: • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement • Production & Operations Management • Leadership Development & Team Performance • Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization • Change Management & Organizational Development • Data-Driven Decision Making • Health, Safety & Quality • Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional Collaboration I am recognized as a pragmatic and approachable leader who combines analytical thinking with genuine attention for people. I build trust, create structure and challenge teams to continuously improve while keeping business objectives firmly in focus.
As a senior Production Manager, I am responsible for building and leading a safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing organization. With a hands-on leadership style, I maintain a strong presence on the shop floor, working closely with people while connecting teams, departments, and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives. My focus is on driving Operational Excellence through Continuous Improvement, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making. I combine strategic thinking with a pragmatic approach, fostering a culture where safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement are embedded in everyday operations.
As Operations Manager at CHANE Terminals Nieuwe Maas, I was responsible for leading terminal operations in a 24/7 environment, managing five shift teams and a day organization with 8 direct reports and over 70 FTE. I played a key role in driving the organization's cultural transformation from a service provider mindset to full operational ownership. With a hands-on leadership style, I maintained a strong presence on the terminal, connecting people, departments, customers, and stakeholders to improve collaboration, accountability, and operational performance. My focus was on Operational Excellence through Continuous Improvement, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making. By strengthening cross-functional collaboration and empowering teams, I enhanced safety, reliability, productivity, and customer satisfaction while building a culture of continuous improvement and ownership.
As Operations Manager at BOAL Group, I led the Press and Packing & Logistics departments in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, managing 15 direct and over 80 indirect reports across four shift teams and a day organization. As a hands-on leader, I maintained a strong presence on the shop floor, coaching a culturally diverse workforce and connecting people, departments, and stakeholders to achieve common goals. I was responsible for driving Operational Excellence through Continuous Improvement, improving safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance while fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. My responsibilities included performance management, reducing short- and long-term absenteeism, succession planning for Team Leaders, strengthening cross-functional collaboration, and optimizing logistics and production processes to deliver sustainable business results.
As Operations Supervisor at INVISTA, I led five shift teams and the day organization, managing 9 direct and about 45 indirect reports in a high-hazard chemical manufacturing environment. I combined hands-on operational leadership with a strong focus on safety, people development, and continuous improvement. As part of the Operations Facility and Call-out Team, I supported daily operations, led RCA-based incident investigations, conducted safety audits, coordinated major turnarounds, and improved work processes. I also played a key role in the cultural transformation of the operations organization, driving self-leadership, accountability, and an entrepreneurial mindset. By connecting leaders, employees, support teams, contractors, and external partners, I strengthened collaboration, improved logistics and third-party services, reduced costs, and aligned teams around a shared vision. Through coaching and clear communication, I helped build a high-performing, continuously improving organization.
As Learning & Development Specialist for Operations at APM Terminals Rotterdam, I was responsible for developing the long-term Learning & Development vision, strategy, and implementation roadmap for the Operations organization within a highly dynamic container terminal environment. I designed and introduced structured, modular learning pathways for blue-collar employees, standardized operational manuals, and implemented a methodical approach to learning and competence development. Working closely with line management, mentors, and external training partners, I strengthened the quality, consistency, and safety of operational training programs. My focus was on building a sustainable learning culture by equipping leaders and mentors with the right tools, capabilities, and support to develop people effectively. By aligning learning initiatives with operational objectives, I helped improve workforce capability, operational readiness, safety performance, and long-term organizational effectiveness.