Martijn Bouwer
Duvall,WA
Summary
Category Manager & Senior Buyer | Sourcing Worldwide in Europe, Asia, and U.S.A. Developing and managing global supply chain partners for revenue growth and profit. Analytical Problem-Solver | Data Analysis | Windows | MS Suite | Oracle | SAP | Navision | MRP | Languages: Dutch (Native), English, German (Business Proficiency)
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Room Operations Manager
Marriott International, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with company guest services operations policies, standards, and procedures
- Responsible for training and mentoring junior members of the team.
- Served as a key liaison between room operations and hotel management, providing updates on departmental performance and guest feedback.
- Collaborated closely with other hotel departments to create seamless guest experiences from arrival to departure.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement as needed.
Sales & Sourcing Consultant
GIZMOSPRING
03.2018 - Current
- Designed and sourced a private label collection for a health and wellness division of an 833-store chain.
- Conducted regular supplier visits to assess production capabilities, ensuring adherence to quality standards and identifying potential areas for improvement or collaboration on new projects.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining clear communication channels.
- Leveraged data analytics tools to identify opportunities for cost reduction within the supply chain, driving substantial savings without compromising quality or service levels.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
Senior Category Manager
BEATE-UHSE
11.2012 - 01.2018
- Visited supplier offices and plants to investigate facilities and capacity to meet quality requirements, specifications, and delivery dates.
- Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats within the industry.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to optimize pricing strategies and maximize revenue opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive category strategies to drive growth, profitability, and competitive advantage in key markets.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining procurement processes and implementing best practices in category management.
- Designed and sourced a private label collection for a health and wellness division of an 833-store chain (ND)
- Created 22 product wellness collections, generating 45 margin points and a revenue of $11M.
Senior Category Manager
FREE RECORD SHOP HOLDING B.V.
08.2009 - 10.2012
- Negotiated all existing contracts with a positive result of 80% better conditions and payment terms.
- Visited supplier offices and plants to investigate facilities and capacity to meet quality requirements, specifications and delivery dates.
- Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats within the industry.
- Developed and executed spend category to support business objectives.
- Reduced inventory levels and improved cash flow through effective demand forecasting and inventory management techniques.
Senior Category Manager
ENTERTAINMENT RETAIL GROUP
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Managed a $10M budget and a team of 5 (2 supply chain assistants and 3 retail sales managers.
- Negotiated new contracts with the whole European game industry.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to optimize pricing strategies and maximize revenue opportunities.
- Analyzed and reported on KPIs to validate and demonstrate success of marketing campaigns.
- Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
- Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
Senior Buyer Games & Video
BLOKKER HOLDING | Intertoys Holland B.v.
09.1997 - 03.2007
- Managed and implemented effective supply chain policies, processes, and procedures to fully integrate planning, purchasing, and distribution across The Netherlands which contributed to the 25% annual increase.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
- Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
De Haagse Hogeschool
The Hague, NLD06.1997
Associate of Science - Retail Management
Tinbergen College And Institute
The Hague, NLD06.1993
Skills
- Shipping Documentation
- Logistics Management
- Freight Forwarding
- Multilingual Communication
- Payment Calculation
- Account Management
- Shipment management
- Analytical Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Support
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Shipment Scheduling
- International business development
- Global Distribution Channels
- Import-Export Operations
- Country-Specific Regulations
Timeline
Room Operations Manager
Marriott International, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Sales & Sourcing Consultant
GIZMOSPRING
03.2018 - Current
Senior Category Manager
BEATE-UHSE
11.2012 - 01.2018
Senior Category Manager
FREE RECORD SHOP HOLDING B.V.
08.2009 - 10.2012
Senior Category Manager
ENTERTAINMENT RETAIL GROUP
06.2007 - 07.2009
Senior Buyer Games & Video
BLOKKER HOLDING | Intertoys Holland B.v.
09.1997 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
De Haagse Hogeschool
Associate of Science - Retail Management
Tinbergen College And Institute