Koen Wolters

Koen Wolters is a technology executive currently serving as the Director of Architecture, Stores & Supply Chain Technology Platform at Albert Heijn, a position he has held since June 2023.1 His career at Albert Heijn began in August 2019 when he joined as the Domain Architect for Albert Heijn Stores.1

Career Progression at Albert Heijn

Koen's journey at Albert Heijn has been marked by steady advancement:

1. Domain Architect Albert Heijn Stores (August 2019 - November 2020)
2. Director Architecture, Retail Technology Platform (November 2020 - June 2023)
3. Director Architecture, Stores & Supply Chain Technology Platform (June 2023 - Present)

Professional Background

Prior to his roles at Albert Heijn, Koen has had a diverse career in technology and entrepreneurship:

• IBM Experience: He spent over a decade at IBM, starting as an IT Specialist and progressing through roles such as Project Manager, IT Architect, and Solution Architect.1
• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Koen has founded several businesses, including Nipponblades (2009-Present), koenwolters.com (2015-2019), and Team42 Solutions (2016-2017).1
• Other Notable Roles: He has worked as an Enterprise Architect and Technical Leader at Clearwatts and as a Product Manager and Product Owner at yQ.1

Skills and Certifications

Koen has demonstrated his commitment to professional development through certifications:

• Professional Certification: Level 2 Architect - Professional Development Milestone (September 2022)
• Professional Certification: Level 2 Architect - Professional Communication Milestone (January 2023)1

Personal Interests

Interestingly, Koen took a "mini retirement" from February 2015 to April 2016, during which he traveled around the world, visiting Nepal, Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Cook Islands, USA, Central America, and the Caribbean.1

Language Proficiency

Koen is fluent in both Dutch (native or bilingual proficiency) and English (full professional proficiency).1

Koen Wolters' diverse experience in technology architecture, entrepreneurship, and his current leadership role at Albert Heijn showcase his expertise in retail technology and supply chain systems.