Niels Blankestijn
About Niels Blankestijn
Niels Blankestijn is a Category Manager at Recharge.com, a position he has held since 2020. He has a diverse background in marketing and management, with previous roles at Albert Heijn and Creative Group, and holds multiple degrees from Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen.
Work at Recharge
Niels Blankestijn has been serving as Category Manager at Recharge.com since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product categories, managing supplier relationships, and developing strategies to enhance the company's offerings. His experience in category management contributes to the growth and efficiency of Recharge.com, a platform known for its digital gift cards and prepaid products.
Previous Experience in Retail and Marketing
Before joining Recharge.com, Niels Blankestijn worked at Albert Heijn from 2009 to 2016 as a Medewerker. He gained valuable experience in customer service and retail operations during his seven years in this role. Following his time at Albert Heijn, he held various positions at Creative Group, including International Partnership Manager, Product Marketeer, and Online Marketeer/SEA Specialist from 2016 to 2020. His diverse roles at Creative Group provided him with insights into international partnerships and marketing strategies.
Education and Expertise
Niels Blankestijn studied at Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen, where he completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Bedrijfskunde from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his education by achieving a Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he pursued a Minor in Conflict Studies (Cicam) from 2013 to 2014 and studied Psychology from 2014 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in business management and conflict resolution.
Early Education
Niels Blankestijn attended Olympus College Arnhem, where he studied Economie & Maatschappij and achieved his Atheneum diploma from 2005 to 2011. This early education provided him with essential knowledge in economics and social studies, laying the groundwork for his future academic and professional pursuits.