Robert Jan Scheer

Background

About Robert Jan Scheer

Product and Portfolio lead with experience in end-to-end ownership of the product function within an international B2B2C environment (travel booking platform). Proven track record of delivering high-impact solutions across finance, payments and data. I align technical, business and operational teams to build scalable, compliant products that meet user needs and drive strategic outcomes. With a strong foundation in finance and financial discipline, I combine analytical rigor with practical thinking. Product Strategy & Portfolio Management Developed product strategies, governance frameworks, and managed a diverse portfolio of product initiatives across business domains. Ensured effective prioritization, optimal resource allocation and maximum P&L impact while aligning with long-term strategic goals. Leadership & Delivery Combined strategic vision with hands-on execution. Lead cross-functional teams with a focus on collaboration, data-driven decisions and sustainable performance. Financial Systems & Compliance Led the design and implementation of multi-entity, multi-currency accounting, matching and reconciliation systems, spanning Order-To-Cash, Record-To-Report, and Procure-To-Pay processes, ensuring compliance and operational scalability across international markets. Data & Analytics Enablement Product Owner for the delivery and adoption of a cloud-based data platform supporting automated analytics and self-service insights, empowering data-driven decision-making. Data Science & Machine Learning Played a key role in establishing a data science and analytics practice, developing an 18-month ML roadmap and delivering impactful solutions that enhanced pricing strategies, operational efficiency and conversion rates. Payments & Process Optimization Optimized payment and fraud prevention flows, automated refund processes and significantly reduced manual intervention, resulting in improved processing times. Operational Efficiency & Systems Migration Migration from three back-office systems to a single unified solution, enhancing efficiency and streamlining operations.