Jean - COO/Managing Director - Luxembourg - iCEO #49291

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Jean's Profile

iCEO #49291

Position: COO/Managing Director

Nationality: Luxembourg

Experience

An international executive leveraging expertise in business development, structured processes multisite application, and creative supply chain optimisation, I develop people solutions and champion company values. Skilled at negotiations, I deliver profitable expansion in diverse cultures.

Major Achievements

Opened €120M Russian plant in 22 months, leading life-cycle from concept to commissioning; achieved €40m turnover in three years, capturing 25% market share from leading competitors. ■ Directed major oil and gas downstream investment opportunities in excess of $200M through appraisal and arbitration with local governments, resulting in $30M yearly gross margin. ■ Bolstered net income from $2M to $7M and profitability from 4% to 20% ROCE by sweating the assets with innovative retail strategies, dealer contract terminations, new retailer agreements, balance sheet analysis, and refinancing. ■ Refocused business operations on customer satisfaction and shareholder profit; instituted ownership policies, recruited talent-based workforce, and conducted extensive consumer research.

Industry Sector Competencies

Consumer Goods

Automotive

Cement Industry

Construction Industry

Energy-Oil-Gas

Plastics

Professional Objectives

Function: Managing Director/CEO

Sector: Construction, Automotive, Heavy Industry, Distribution, Retail

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Europe

Countries Covered

Belgium

Operational Competencies

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Expert)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)