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Stef van Haaren

Consultancy and Interim Manager

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Biography

Stef is known for his practical down-to-earth mentality and for setting realistic targets that he is determined to achieve. He inspires and leads team members to achieve their full potential. He is also skilled at devising and implementing strategic plans and building effective partnerships, both within organisations and with suppliers. He plays an important role in promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within organisations.

Stef is an enthusiastic, committed and highly driven interim manager with an eye for detail. He is process-minded, without losing sight of the human dimension. However hectic and busy things get, he stays calm, forms an overview of the challenges ahead and plans actions accordingly. He is easy and pleasant to talk to and can get on with people at all organisational levels.

Experience

Stef is an experienced general manager with a background in supply chain and customer service, particularly in FMCG and high tech. He has years of experience in leading teams and achieving change at companies manufacturing or trading products in the European market. He is highly experienced in sourcing logistics service providers and customer service, with various RFIs/RFQs in warehousing, transport (parcels, LTL/FTL, airfreight), repair workshops and call centres.

Expertise

  • Supply chain and procurement
  • Selection and tender processes
  • Advising on sustainability and measuring CO2 footprints
  • Implementing automated systems and logistics processes
  • Logistics scans
  • Process optimisation
  • Customer service and sourcing
  • Contract management

 

Would you like to meet Stef? Come and have a cup of coffee!