Valkenswaard, North Brabant, Netherlands
Vice President–level consulting executive with 25+ years of experience leading global sales and delivery teams, owning full P&L across multi-sector portfolios, and serving as executive sponsor to C-suite clients across high-tech/electronics, industrial, and energy sectors. I have partnered with leading enterprises such as Philips, Heineken, Shell, NXP, and ASML, serving as a trusted advisor and executive sponsor for complex, large-scale engagements. My expertise spans enterprise transformation, digital transformation, cognitive enterprise solutions (AI/Data), IT modernization, BPO, and Internet of Things applications, often delivered through multi-year managed services within a global delivery model. With full P&L ownership, I have driven portfolio profitability through disciplined margin optimization, strategic account expansion strategy, and the successful closure of complex, high-value deals. I combine commercial rigor with strategic vision to scale accounts, deepen executive relationships, and create long-term value. Entrepreneurial at heart, I bring the energy and determination to mobilize diverse, international teams around bold ideas and transformative agendas. I have led organizational transformations across strategic, tactical, and operational dimensions, built and scaled consulting practices, and consistently delivered measurable business outcomes. I thrive in dynamic environments with demanding stakeholders and ambitious targets, aligning closely with clients’ digital and enterprise transformation agendas to unlock sustainable growth. As a leader, I actively shape company strategy, strengthen trusted partnerships at board level, and foster a culture of performance and accountability. Equally important, I am deeply committed to talent development—coaching future leaders, mentoring high-potential professionals, and creating growth opportunities through challenging, high-impact assignments.
As Vice President, Consulting Services at CGI, I hold full P&L responsibility for the Oil & Gas sector. I lead a senior team of 5 Directors and 4 Vice Presidents, supported by both local and offshore delivery teams. In parallel, I provide strategic leadership to capture and deliver transformation advice, solutions and services to clients, acting as a trusted advisor to client executives. I am accountable for consulting revenues and operating margins across key accounts and actively manage business development efforts to position CGI for long-term success through high-quality, value-driven engagements.
Being a partner at CGI means collaborating closely with clients to deliver innovative, technology-driven solutions that create real business value. It also involves fostering long-term relationships built on trust, accountability, and shared success.
As an (Global) Executive Partner for industrial accounts, I oversee the strategic relationship between our company and key clients within the industrial sector. My role involves understanding clients' needs, aligning our services to meet those needs, and driving value-added solutions. I act as the primary point of contact, ensuring seamless communication, addressing concerns, and fostering long-term partnerships. By leveraging industry expertise and innovative approaches, I lead the team in delivering tailored solutions that enhance client satisfaction and drive business growth. My focus is on proactive account management, identifying opportunities for expansion, and consistently delivering exceptional service to meet client objectives. Responsible for full P&L sales and delivery, strategy, and resources of a company, responsible for managing 150 full-time employees, driving growth and profitability.
Industry leader in high-tech electronics, excelling in innovation and quality. Successfully managing 35 full-time employees, driving cutting-edge advancements and maintaining market dominance.
Client Executive for High Tech Electronics and Discrete Manufacturing markets. Target customers: ASML, CANON, FEI Company, Tata Steel Europe (Corus), Nedcar Global responsible for ASML, D&M Holdings
Client Manager / Account Manager for Philips GIS / Philips BAS. Responsible for approx. 14 Mio business. As per January 2007 Rob joined the Cluster Manufacturing in the function of Client Manager for the Discrete Manufacturing sector. Current clients are: Philips PGIS, Philips PBAS, Philips Corporate Functions, D&M Holdings, Nedcar, Grass Valley, Vishay/BCC, Metaal Companie Brabant, VDL Groep, Medtronic.
Co-Founder of Cadburo.nl, Digital Transformation in CAD content management and e-Commerce activities for mid/small sized companies.
Leading a pan-european Enterprise Content Management program for 2 years within the eBusiness Department of Philips Lighting. Heading a team of 12 developers and business analists. The program resulted in delivery in time within budget. Main contact for demand management and sales within eBusiness Solutions departement.