Desiree Weydema
About Desiree Weydema
Desiree Weydema is a Senior Manager in Global Procurement at Liberty Global, specializing in Core Network Maintenance and Support. She has extensive experience in procurement and project management, having previously held roles at COMPAREX Nederland, VDL Steelweld, and Agile Software.
Current Role at Liberty Global
Desiree Weydema serves as the Senior Manager Global Procurement Core Network - Maintenance & Support at Liberty Global. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's procurement strategies and operations from the Schiphol-Rijk location. Her role involves overseeing procurement processes related to core network maintenance and support, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in supply chain management.
Previous Experience at COMPAREX Nederland
Prior to her current role, Desiree worked at COMPAREX Nederland as the Manager Purchasing from 2015 to 2017. During her two years in Amsterdam, she was responsible for managing purchasing activities, which included negotiating contracts and optimizing supplier relationships to support the company's operational needs.
Career Background in Procurement and Management
Desiree has a diverse background in procurement and management. She worked as a Project Buyer at VDL Steelweld from 2010 to 2012, where she focused on sourcing materials and managing supplier contracts. Additionally, she served as the Manager Backoffice at Agile Software from 2012 to 2015, overseeing back-office operations and ensuring efficient workflow processes.
Educational Background
Desiree Weydema has a solid educational foundation. She studied at Erasmus University Rotterdam, where she achieved Propedeuse in Dutch Law from 2004 to 2006. She later attended Hogeschool, earning an HBO CE in Marketing Management from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she pursued further education at ICM, completing a Post-HBO in Hoger Management from 2015 to 2016.
Early Career at VDL Industrial Modules
Desiree began her career at VDL Industrial Modules, where she worked in sales from 2008 to 2010. This role provided her with foundational experience in sales and customer relations, which contributed to her subsequent roles in procurement and management.