Waasmunster, Flemish Region, Belgium
Energetic multilingual Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in operations, automation, and team leadership. Proven track record in delivering turn-key solutions, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence in dynamic industries. Skilled in aligning cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.
Developing, monitoring and safeguarding De Lijn’s asset management strategy for built infrastructure (depots, tram & bus facilities, premetro). Leading sustainability and standardisation initiatives focused on climate impact, operational efficiency and future-proof infrastructure. Translating tactical and strategic objectives into functional and technical requirements to ensure maximum reliability and availability. Overseeing contract management, quality assurance and maintenance strategies for infrastructure projects. Managing a multidisciplinary team (15–20 employees), including designers, technical specialists and site supervisors.
Led turn-key projects in the (petro)chemical sector, focusing on automation (PLC/SCADA), energy systems (LV-MV-HV), and instrumentation. Optimized execution processes, driving increased client satisfaction and project profitability. Managed cross-functional teams (E&I, software, IT/OT) of up to 12 members, ensuring efficiency and high-quality outcomes. Strengthened key account management and streamlined client engagement strategies.
Delivered complex MV and HV electricity projects across (green) Energies (EV, wind & solar), Automotive, FMCG, Heavy, Nuclear and (Petro)chemical sectors. Implemented operational improvements, enhancing system reliability and cost-effectiveness. Oversaw multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to technical specifications.
Streamlined production processes by deploying robotics solutions, boosting operational efficiency. Championed sustainable practices through integrated hardware and software solutions. Supervised a six-member team on international automation projects.
Responsible for sales operations of industrial robots / projects & services within Belux region. Supervised Key accounts within automotive (Audi Brussels / Volvo Car Ghent / Volvo Trucks) supported daily operations with internal & external stakeholders. local responsible for translation of global frame agreements.
Oversaw all LED projects within Belux generated by trade channel Managed dedicated team resources to prioritize projects Coordinated and implemented projects to create sustainable solutions Resolved daily operational challenges in collaboration with all stakeholders
Worked on the sales team to handle daily sales of new & second hand cars Handling customers as of meeting until car drop-off (incl. complete administration, invoicing & registration) Organized orders and delivery of new cars to customer satisfaction