Experienced and energetic strategic IT sourcing advisor and program manager with a proven track record in designing and implementing new operating models and driving digital transformations. Combines deep expertise in IT sourcing, business strategy, operating models, change management, governance, and stakeholder management with strong awareness of emerging technologies.

Served as non-executive director at a Dutch family-owned company and an Australian listed HR-tech scale-up, leading major strategic resets, restructurings, and M&A efforts. Possesses broad knowledge of functional business processes (Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, IT, Procurement) and extensive cross-industry experience in Energy, Manufacturing, FMCG, Telecom, and Financial Services.

Recognized for creating compelling visions and driving execution in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Brings an analytical mindset, people-centered leadership, and a strong focus on business impact, speed to value, sustainable change, and knowledge transfer.

Key achievements:

• Interim CPO at ASN Bank and Head of Procurement at Rabobank (€3B spend), leading major transformations and improving procurement excellence and stakeholder alignment.
• Developed Total Talent Management strategies for Novartis and Unilever.
• Supported KPN, Vattenfall, and Shell in redefining sourcing strategies and contingent workforce management.
• Achieved over $1 billion in savings on a $5 billion professional services portfolio at Shell.

Core competencies:

Strong commercial and strategic leadership, business architecture, change and program management, stakeholder and supplier relationship management.

Experience:

Over 30 years in executive and advisory roles at Exxon, Atos, CSC, and Shell, and recently as an independent consultant. Combines deep sector expertise with a proven ability to deliver strategic sourcing impact, digital transformation, and effective governance.