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Jim De Jager

Jim De Jager

Supply Chain strategist and innovator
Budapest

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Reach out if you want to talk to me about Service, Technology or how to educate kids in Africa.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Global Service Director

Fine & Rare Ltd
London
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Designed comprehensive global logistic strategy for F+R
  • Led on the logistical side of merger + acquisition integration into the business, by executing the integration plan through a number of cross functional teams and within local markets
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software application; led on the implementation and integration of an ERP (SAPB1) and CRM (Hubspot) platform
  • Worked closely alongside the Managing Directors in the local markets to find logistical solutions to improve Service globally.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications

Director of Supply Chain of Central Europe Region

Liberty Global
02.2015 - 01.2020
  • Reduced the annual Supply Chain spend YOY by 5%-7% as a result of outsourcing key-activities (Warehousing & Test & Repair )and resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • As part of the Global Logistics Team develop & implemented a 5-year Supply Chain Strategy for CEE leading to further cost savings
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Re-organized the Supply Chain in the CEE region to improve results
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions

Director of Supply Chain & Procurement at UPC DTH

Liberty Global
Luxembourg
03.2010 - 01.2015
  • Setup and transformed the entire E2E Supply Chain including outsourcing key-activities to 3rd parties including in-country refurbish & repair operations
  • Digitally transformed Supply Chain by implementing E2E system which led to cost reduction (YOY 4%-6%) and improved customer experience across the footprint
  • Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.

Global Account Manager

Sanmina-SCI
Tatabanya
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Developed thorough understanding of key clients' needs and requirements and preparing customized solutions.
  • Negotiated contracts with key clients and meeting established deadlines for fulfillment of each client's long-term goal
  • Serviced accounts on regular basis to propose new products or services and maximize revenue.
  • Oversaw global product development and partner relationships, enabling footprint expansion into new markets.

Business Unit Repair Center Manager

Sanmina-SCI
Tatabanya
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Responsible for setting up a repair & warehouse facility for Sanmina-SCI in Hungary for customers like IBM, Nokia, Alcatel, and Philips.
  • Post-implementation managed a business unit and improved and developed processes, people (200), and led an IT implementation resulting in better efficiencies, quality, and happier customers.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Country Manager

UPS Supply Chain Solutions
Budapest
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Developed a 3 year Strategic Plan for UPC SCS in Hungary in close cooperation with UPS parcels
    P&L responsible for the Supply Chain arm of UPS parcels in Hungary by offering customers Logistics services such as warehousing, airfreight and sea freight
  • Maintained and expanded customer base by counseling 3 sales representatives, building and maintaining rapport with customers and identifying new customer opportunities.
  • Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.

Supply Chain Manager at Maersk Logistics FranceSup

Maersk
Lille
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Put together a 3-year commercial and strategy plan for the business
    Successfully developed the business for the Supply Chain arm of Maersk in France by growing the business 12% YoY.
  • Responsible for developing and managing 20 large multinationals in the FMCG sector including leading French companies such as Auchan, Decathlon, Kiabi, and La Redoute.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Country Manager

Maersk
Budapest
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • P&L responsible for the business of Maersk Logistics in Hungary
    Jointly with the Managing Director of Maersk developed a 2-year strategy for the business
  • Successfully implemented Logistics products such as Distribution, Airfreight, and Seafreight groupage for Maersk customers
  • Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.

Education

Post Graduate - Digital Marketing

Curtin University, Online
01.2020 - 09.2020

Certificate - Platform Strategies For Business

Columbia Business School, Online
02.2019 - 09.2019

Certificate - Digital Transformation For Business

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Online
09.2018 - 03.2019

Program - Executive Leadership Program

IMD, Geneva
01.2014 - 01.2014

BBA - General Management

The Open University, United Kingdom
01.1996 - 01.1998

Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain

Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Venlo
09.1989 - 09.1993

Skills

Supply Chain Management

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Additional Information

Co-Founder Africa Another Way (www.africaanotherway)

We want to improve the circumstances of vulnerable children through education and targeted programs in West Africa (Mali, Senegal and Ghana).
Our Mission is targeting children, schools and communities by changing one life at a time.


Timeline

Global Service Director - Fine & Rare Ltd
06.2020 - 05.2023
Curtin University - Post Graduate, Digital Marketing
01.2020 - 09.2020
Columbia Business School - Certificate, Platform Strategies For Business
02.2019 - 09.2019
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Certificate, Digital Transformation For Business
09.2018 - 03.2019
Director of Supply Chain of Central Europe Region - Liberty Global
02.2015 - 01.2020
IMD - Program, Executive Leadership Program
01.2014 - 01.2014
Director of Supply Chain & Procurement at UPC DTH - Liberty Global
03.2010 - 01.2015
Global Account Manager - Sanmina-SCI
01.2007 - 01.2009
Business Unit Repair Center Manager - Sanmina-SCI
01.2005 - 01.2007
Country Manager - UPS Supply Chain Solutions
01.2003 - 01.2005
Supply Chain Manager at Maersk Logistics FranceSup - Maersk
01.2000 - 01.2003
Country Manager - Maersk
01.1998 - 01.2000
The Open University - BBA, General Management
01.1996 - 01.1998
Fontys University of Applied Sciences - Bachelor of Science, Supply Chain
09.1989 - 09.1993

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