Joost Bruls
About Joost Bruls
Joost Bruls is the Product & Operations Manager for the Maritime Service Suite at Saab, where he has worked since 2020. He has an extensive background in product development and management, with degrees in Informatics and Automotive Engineering.
Work at Saab
Joost Bruls has been employed at Saab since 2020, serving as the Product & Operations Manager for the Maritime Service Suite. In this role, he oversees the development of cloud-native maritime services that support various maritime port, traffic, and terminal operations. His responsibilities include managing both business and product development aspects of the Maritime Service Suite, which is a significant product line for Saab in the maritime sector. Prior to his current position, he worked at Saab in Strategy and Product Management from 2012 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Joost Bruls has a diverse educational background. He studied at Eindhoven University of Technology for one year in Science and Mechanical Engineering from 1976 to 1977. He then pursued a degree in Automotive Engineering at Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen (HAN), completing his studies from 1977 to 1981. Additionally, he attended Radboud University, where he studied Informatics for six years, from 1981 to 1987. This combination of education provides him with a strong foundation in engineering and technology.
Background
Before joining Saab, Joost Bruls held the position of Head of Product Development at HITT NV from 2009 to 2012. His experience in product development has contributed to his current role at Saab, where he applies his knowledge in managing maritime services. His career has been primarily based in Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Nederland, where he has developed expertise in both product management and operations within the maritime industry.
Professional Experience
Joost Bruls has accumulated significant experience in the maritime and technology sectors. His tenure at Saab spans over a decade, with eight years dedicated to Strategy and Product Management prior to his current role. His leadership in product development at HITT NV further complements his extensive background. This professional journey highlights his commitment to advancing maritime services and operations.