Gert Willems
About Gert Willems
Gert Willems serves as the Managing Director of Terminals at Saab since 2019, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in project management and leadership across various companies, including Jade Software Corporation and Simatech Shipping.
Work at Saab
Gert Willems has been serving as the Managing Director Terminals at Saab since 2019. In this role, he oversees terminal operations and strategic initiatives within the company. Prior to this position, he worked at Saab as the Director of Marketing & Sales from 2018 to 2019. His experience at Saab spans multiple leadership roles, contributing to the company's operational and marketing strategies.
Education and Expertise
Gert Willems holds a Master of Science in Industrial Science from Industriële Hogeschool Antwerpen-Mechelen, which he completed from 1988 to 1992. He also earned a Postgraduate Master of Science in Scientific Computer Applications from Universiteit Hasselt between 1992 and 1994. Additionally, he studied Effective Management at Vlerick Business School from 1998 to 1999. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial disciplines.
Background
Gert Willems has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in project management and leadership roles across various industries. He worked at Jade Software Corporation as a Senior Project Manager in Dubai from 2015 to 2017. His earlier roles include Project Manager at Cosmos in Belgium and Managing Director at Simatech Shipping Europe. He has also held positions in project management at Simatech Shipping and Forwarding L.L.C and FedEx, among others.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Gert Willems has held several key positions that demonstrate his leadership and project management skills. He has been instrumental in managing operations at multiple organizations, including Simatech Shipping Europe and Jade Software Corporation. His roles have involved overseeing significant projects and initiatives, contributing to the growth and efficiency of the companies he has worked for.