Jan Langermans

Available for roles in Business Improvement, Operational Excellence, Organisation Effectiveness and Transformational Leadership

Breda, North Brabant, Netherlands

About

My approach focuses on accomplishment. I enjoy fast-paced environments with a variety of different challenges. I react quickly and like to see the results of my efforts having a positive effect. I am creative and can delve deeply into a subject. However, my preferred approach is to focus on the central aspects of an issue and resolve it quickly using an experimental ‘let's give it a try’ approach. My fast reaction allows me to adjust rapidly if results do not meet my expectations. Overall, I am a dynamic ‘doer’ who gets much accomplished in a short time.”

Experience

  • Operational Excellence Manager at Shell Alumni Network
    Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    Operational Excellence Manager I add value by managing complexity and putting in place healthy ambition, clear strategies and challenging targets. I like environments where teamwork is key and people are motivated to become better every day. The energy transition is what I am passionate about, and realizing efficiency improvements is what drives me. Currently looking for new job opportunities. Roles where I fit best: - Operational Excellence Lead / Manager - Business Improvement Lead / Manager - Continuous Improvement Lead / Manager - Change Lead / Manager Feel free to reach out for a follow‑up conversation — just send me an invite.

  • Shell (17 yrs 7 mos)
    • Continuous Improvement Portfolio Manager
      Nov 2020 - Mar 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

      Continuous Improvement/Organisational Effectiveness lead for Downstream Manufacturing- and New Energies- Capital Projects, EMEA (Projects include 200 MW electrolyser, Biofuels refinery and Carbon Capture Storage). Scrum@scale deployment in capital project delivery. Building High Performing Teams.

    • Continuous Improvement Coach
      Apr 2016 - Nov 2020 · 4 yrs 8 mos

      Continuous Improvement deployment and coaching for Shell's global IT portfolio and projects organisation.

    • Consultant Organisation Effectiveness and Change
      Sep 2008 - Apr 2016 · 7 yrs 8 mos

      Trusted business partnering, diagnose organisation capabilities, design and implement improvements, change management and leadership coaching.

  • Shell (10 yrs 3 mos)
    • HR Account Manager
      2005 - 2008 · 3 yrs

      Advise line management on translating the Group HR vision into a local HR plan. Lead the full range of HR processes. Advise individual employees (population 450+ spread over multiple locations) on HR related matters.

    • Learning & Development Adviser
      2003 - 2005 · 2 yrs

      Advise line management on the development and implementation of departmental L&D plans. Design and implement the appropriate support processes and systems. Support individual staff with their personal competence development.

    • Organisation and Management Consultant
      Feb 2000 - Jun 2003 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Advise line management on change management and employee engagement. Design and implement change processes and structures.