Sander Knip

Background

About Sander Knip

25+ years in Automotive sales & account management • Multi linguist in Dutch (Native), English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, • Decisive and forceful self-starter. Energetic and well disciplined. • Able to show an awareness of, and consideration for, the opinions and feelings of others, developing and maintaining a smooth, co-operative working relationship with peers, subordinates and superiors • Possesses excellent inter-personal, problem-solving and decision-making skills. • An approachable and patient individual who motivates self and others to form an effective team. • A quick learner who welcomes a challenge and readily adapts to new systems and procedures. • Strong on leadership, organization and administration skills. • Sound commercial understanding. • A highly skilled computer and systems individual. • Excellent negotiating skills and relationship builder. • A high degree of flexibility and a willingness to travel and relocate I have a strong track record of delivering results, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving innovation and growth in the automotive, motorcycle, and textile industry. I have a detailed knowledge of these sectors and their dynamics, challenges, and opportunities. I am comfortable in multicultural environments and matrix organizations, and I have excellent motivational and communication skills. I am customer and target oriented, and I am passionate about creating value and impact for AkzoNobel and its stakeholders.