Summary of Experience Facilitating Commercial Endeavors in the Realm of Information Technology
I bring to the table a wealth of experience as an adept International IT Sales/Business Developer/Strategic Purchaser. My repertoire includes navigating the intricate landscape of selling and procuring sophisticated technical solutions and services. Possessing a blend of vigor, tenacity, and reliability, complemented by proficient soft skills, I am equally adept at operating autonomously or within collaborative team settings. Proficiency in multiple languages, including Dutch, English (with extensive experience in the UK), and German (having lived and worked in Germany for several years), alongside a basic grasp of French for introductory conversations, underscores my versatile communication abilities.
My perpetual quest for knowledge drives my fascination with emerging technologies, epitomized by my engagement with concepts such as DARQ (Distributed ledger technology, Artificial intelligence, Extended reality, and Quantum computing) and SMAC (Social, Mobile, Analytics, and Cloud). My expertise extends to the meticulous establishment and analysis of IT quotations and contracts, encompassing the nuances of insourcing, outsourcing, as-a-service models, licensing agreements, and project management.
Central to my approach is a profound appreciation for the human element inherent in every IT endeavor. I understand that the success of any project hinges upon the competence, interest, and capacity of the individuals involved in its execution.
My professional trajectory includes substantial involvement with startups, aiding them in launching their sales operations across mainland Europe. Specializing in consultative technical sales of software services, I am adept at navigating complex multi-level sales and decision-making processes. Whether traversing the intricacies of the sales cycle or orchestrating strategic procurement initiatives for technical products and solutions, I offer a wealth of in-depth knowledge and expertise.
Within the IT realm, my background as a seasoned Software Engineer equips me with comprehensive insights into diverse software domains. From real-time development to administrative tasks encompassing programming, design, analysis, project management, and quotation formulation, I have demonstrated proficiency across the spectrum. Notably, I have shouldered substantial responsibilities, including spearheading quotations for monumental projects valued at tens of millions and participating in billion-euro software and hardware development endeavors.