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A natural analyst and creative problem-solver, Mr. De Ruiter’s strengths lie in overland transportation and logistics network strategy that he is able to translate into practical results via teams of specialists and professionals that operate within matrix organizations.

He is further adept at negotiation and presentation skills and have solid experience in applying Six Sigma, Agile and SCRUM methodologies.

Dirk-Jan’s 17+ year career of driving large-scale business optimization initiatives with a strong customer-centric approach contains multiple successes in leading complex, cross-functional projects and programs to deliver cost-effective flow of products, sustained productivity and working capital improvement.

He holds an MSc in Operations and Supply Chain Excellence, an MSc in General Management, and a Global Executive MBA from IESE Business School.