Jens Cnops
About Jens Cnops
Jens Cnops is the Sales Manager Filtration at Freudenberg Performance Materials, with over 20 years of experience in the nonwovens industry, particularly in filter media for air and liquid filtration.
Title and Current Role
Jens Cnops is the Sales Manager Filtration at Freudenberg Performance Materials, a position he has held since 2022. He operates in a hybrid capacity across several locations including Arnhem, Kaiserslautern, Weinheim, and Skofja Loka. As part of his current role, he contributes to the team responsible for the Filtura brand, which specializes in high-quality filter media.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Freudenberg Performance Materials, Jens Cnops amassed extensive experience in the filtration and automotive industries. His previous roles include Business Unit Director Automotive and Business Support Manager at TWE Group GmbH, where he worked from 2018 to 2022. He also held the position of Sales Manager Filtration & Cleaning and Segment Leader Filtration at TWE Group. Other notable roles include Segment Manager Filtration & Automotive at Libeltex BVBA, Commercial Manager at SADACI, Sales Manager Filtration at LIBELTEX, International Business Development Manager at EOC Group, and Sales Manager at Lamitref Metals.
Education and Degrees
Jens Cnops holds a Master's degree in Commercial and Consular Sciences and another in Economics, both from Handelshogeschool and Lessius Hogeschool Antwerpen, respectively, completed between 1989 and 1994. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his subsequent career in sales and management roles within various industries.
Industry Expertise
With over 20 years of experience in the nonwovens industry, Jens Cnops has a strong focus on filter media for air and liquid filtration. His expertise spans various roles and responsibilities that have equipped him with a thorough understanding of the market, customer needs, and product development processes.
Professional Journey
Jens Cnops' professional journey has taken him through multiple companies and positions, showcasing his adaptability and skill in sales and management. His career path spans locations in Germany, Belgium, and other parts of Europe, reflecting his international experience and broad industry knowledge. His trajectory has consistently centered around the filtration and automotive sectors, underscoring his specialized expertise.