Jelmer de Ruiter

Executive Commercial Leader | Growth, Profitability & People Leadership

Netherlands

About

Executive Commercial Leader with over 20 years of experience driving profitable growth, leading complex commercial organizations and delivering commercial and organizational transformation across the Benelux. I have held senior leadership and board-level roles with full P&L responsibility, operating in both B2B and B2C environments. I combine strategic vision with hands-on execution, enabling organizations to accelerate growth, improve margins and build future-ready commercial capabilities. My leadership style is people-first, data-driven and outcome-oriented. I create clarity on direction, build ownership at all levels and translate insights into action. I work effectively across commercial, operational and functional teams, aligning strategy, execution and performance management to deliver sustainable results. Key strengths include: • Commercial & P&L leadership • Growth strategy and market expansion • Commercial and organizational transformation • Pricing, revenue and margin optimization • Customer and partner strategy • Data-driven decision making • Building and developing high-performing leadership teams Motivated by growth, impact and collaboration. I enjoy leading change, unlocking potential in people and organizations, and creating long-term value for customers and stakeholders.

Experience

  • Commercial Director at Beko Groothandel
    Sep 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 10 mos

    • Executive leadership role with full P&L responsibility (€350m) • End-to-end accountability for commercial strategy, execution and performance • Leadership of large, multi-disciplinary commercial and support teams across Benelux Selected impact: • Accelerated revenue growth and improved profitability • Expanded international operations within the Benelux • Introduced data-driven performance management and governance • Led acquisitions and post-merger integrations • Developed new business models, channels and growth platforms • Improved customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships

  • Deelnemer expertgroep Setting up a digital transformation culture at Shopping Tomorrow
    Apr 2021 - Jan 2022 · 10 mos

  • Sales Director at Bidfood Netherlands
    Jan 2003 - Aug 2019 · 16 yrs 8 mos

    • Senior commercial leadership roles with EBIT and revenue accountability • Led national and international customer portfolios • Responsible for long-term commercial strategies and complex negotiations • Drove organizational and commercial change initiatives

  • Verkoopmanager at Albert Heijn
    1998 - Jan 2003 · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Afstudeeropdracht Albert Heijn at Albert Heijn
    1998 - 1998 · Less than a year

    Afstudeeropdracht bij Albert Heijn om een reductie/efficiëntieslag te maken in inkomende logistieke stromen vanuit de wereld naar Nederland.