Jan Mannaerts
About Jan Mannaerts
Jan Mannaerts is an Industry Growth Manager and Digital Accelerator currently working at NEWCRAFT in Amsterdam. He has extensive experience in marketing, e-commerce, and category management, having held various roles at notable companies including Thuiswinkel.org, Ahold, and AS Watson.
Current Role at NewCraft
Jan Mannaerts serves as the Industry Growth Manager and Digital Accelerator at NewCraft, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on driving industry growth through digital strategies and initiatives. Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, he contributes to the company's objectives by leveraging his extensive experience in marketing and e-commerce.
Previous Experience at Thuiswinkel.org
Jan Mannaerts has a notable history with Thuiswinkel.org, where he served as a Member of the Marketing Committee from 2006 to 2008 and again from 2008 to 2012. He has also been a Member of the Expertise Committee of Shopping Tomorrow since 2017. His involvement in these committees highlights his commitment to advancing the e-commerce sector in the Netherlands.
Career at Ahold
Mannaerts held multiple positions at Ahold, including International Purchase Manager for A-Brands from 2013 to 2014 and Senior Category Manager for AH ToGo Germany from 2012 to 2013. He also worked as Manager of New Business E-commerce from 2008 to 2012. His roles involved strategic purchasing and category management, contributing to Ahold's growth in various markets.
Entrepreneurial Experience with NP5
From 2014 to 2022, Jan Mannaerts was the Owner of NP5, where he managed business operations and strategic initiatives. This entrepreneurial venture allowed him to apply his expertise in marketing and e-commerce in a hands-on environment, further enhancing his professional skill set.
Educational Background
Jan Mannaerts studied at Hotelschool The Hague from 1989 to 1991, where he gained foundational knowledge in hospitality management. He also attended Utrecht University for one year in 1987 to 1988. His educational background supports his extensive career in marketing and management across various industries.