Arthur Van Der Wateren

Arthur Van Der Wateren is a seasoned professional in the field of international marketing and business development with 20 years of experience across various sectors including Consumer Electronics, IT, Lighting, and Building Management. He currently holds the position of Commercial General Manager (Heating) ERMEA at Bekaert.

Professional Background

Arthur has a proven track record in providing business strategy, leadership, and support that yields significant growth. His expertise includes:

• Growing multi-million dollar businesses
• Enhancing sales through consultative selling
• Fostering long-term partnerships

Career History

Throughout his career, Arthur has held several key positions in reputable organizations:

• Commercial General Manager at Bekaert (current position)
• Head of Sales & Tendering at Thomassen Energy (joined in 2023)1
• Various roles at Schneider Electric, Philips Lighting, and Dell, including:
  • Channel Sales Director
  • Business Director
  • Marketing Director
  • Senior Marketing Manager
  • Product Lifecycle Manager

These roles showcase his versatility and depth of experience at international levels.

Education

Arthur has a diverse educational background, which includes:

• Masters in Industrial Engineering & Management from the University of Groningen
• Transition to General Management program at INSEAD
• Specialized course in Growth Hacking from Growth Tribe
• Regular/General High School/Secondary Diploma Program

Skills and Expertise

Arthur is known for his ability to multitask and direct strategic initiatives that drive business growth and foster relationships for sustained success. In his role at Thomassen Energy, he led the global sales and tendering team, bringing the latest innovations in products and services to the market through direct sales and partnerships.1

Arthur Van Der Wateren's LinkedIn username is arthur-van-der-wateren-44099a1, as mentioned in the query.