Stefan Stoutjesdijk

International Communication & Stakeholder Professional | European Studies | Multilingual (NL/EN/DE/ES) | Project Coordination & Public Affairs

Olen, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

Internationally oriented professional with a background in European Studies (Communication Management) and several years of experience in commercial and customer-facing environments. Throughout my career, I have developed strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills while working in fast-paced and multilingual settings. I enjoy connecting people, improving collaboration and contributing to solutions with a broader strategic or organisational impact. In addition to my professional experience, I have been actively involved in local politics and public representation for several years, including serving on a local district council in Rotterdam. This strengthened my interest in governance, communication, public affairs and decision-making processes. I am fluent in Dutch and English, with additional proficiency in German and Spanish, and I am particularly interested in roles with an international, strategic or cross-functional character. Currently open to opportunities in project coordination, stakeholder management, communication, public affairs or international business environments.

Experience

  • Commercial & Client Coordination Specialist at Drisag, Office Inspirators since 1970
    Mar 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Coordinating communication between clients, suppliers and internal departments in a dynamic commercial environment. Managing stakeholder relationships and supporting operational and commercial processes to ensure efficient collaboration and customer satisfaction. Working in a fast-paced environment requiring strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Supporting cross-functional coordination and maintaining relationships with both national and international contacts.

  • International Trade & Partnership Representative at Café Riomanso
    Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Involved in the development of an international coffee import initiative focused on introducing premium Colombian coffee products to the Belgian and European market. Responsible for building relationships with potential importers, commercial partners and business contacts while exploring market opportunities and strategic collaborations. Contributing to partnership development, commercial negotiations and international communication within a cross-cultural business environment. Gaining hands-on experience in international trade, business development and stakeholder management through collaboration with partners in Colombia and Europe.

  • Telenet Business (Mechelen · Hybrid)
    • Sales Operations & Stakeholder Coordinator
      May 2022 - Feb 2023 · 10 mos

      Supported commercial operations within a dynamic B2B environment by coordinating communication and processes between sales, delivery and internal departments. Contributed to process optimisation initiatives by identifying operational improvements and supporting more efficient collaboration across teams and systems. Maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders and sales teams to support commercial objectives and improve customer-oriented solutions. Responsible for coordinating commercial documentation, contract administration and operational follow-up within the sales process. Worked closely with account managers and cross-functional teams to analyse client needs and contribute to solution-oriented communication.

    • Customer Service Coordinator
      Oct 2021 - Apr 2022 · 7 mos

      Coordinated communication and support activities for B2B clients within a fast-paced telecommunications environment. Served as a central point of coordination between customers, partners and internal departments to ensure efficient handling of operational and commercial requests. Contributed to process optimisation and supported the end-to-end order-to-cash flow, including quotation, ordering and invoicing processes. Developed strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills while working with multiple internal and external parties.

  • Customer Experience & Communication Specialist at X2O
    Aug 2020 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Commercial Operations Coordinator at Hamiplant BV
    Jun 2019 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Coordinated commercial and operational processes within an international horticultural environment, ensuring smooth collaboration between sales, logistics and purchasing departments. Supported order management, stock coordination and client communication while maintaining a strong focus on quality control and operational efficiency. Worked closely with internal stakeholders to manage customised orders, resolve operational challenges and support customer-oriented solutions. Contributed to process monitoring and operational coordination in a dynamic and fast-moving business environment.