Niels Davids
About Niels Davids
Niels Davids is a Global Procurement Manager currently working at Leaseweb in Amsterdam. He has extensive experience in procurement, having previously held positions at KPN, Sint Lucas Andreas Ziekenhuis, Chubb, and American Express.
Current Role at Leaseweb
Niels Davids serves as the Global Procurement Manager at Leaseweb, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships. His tenure at Leaseweb spans over 12 years, during which he has contributed to the company's procurement processes and operational efficiencies.
Previous Experience in Procurement and Sales
Before joining Leaseweb, Niels Davids accumulated extensive experience in procurement and sales. He worked at Chubb as a Manager Purchasing from 2006 to 2012, where he managed purchasing operations. Prior to that, he served as a Purchaser at Sint Lucas Andreas Ziekenhuis from 2002 to 2006. His career began at KPN, where he was a Sales Executive in Mobile Communications from 1999 to 2002.
Educational Background
Niels Davids holds a Master's degree from the University of Amsterdam, which he completed between 1994 and 1997. He also earned a Bachelor's degree from HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (Hogeschool Utrecht) from 1990 to 1994. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in procurement and management.
Early Career in Purchasing
Niels began his career in purchasing as a Purchasing Officer at American Express, where he worked from 1997 to 1999 in Brussels. This role marked the start of his professional journey in procurement, leading to subsequent positions that further developed his expertise in the field.