Rutger Kloosterboer
About Rutger Kloosterboer
Rutger Kloosterboer serves as the General Manager for China at Suitsupply, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in strategic management and extensive experience in customer service and sales within the fashion industry.
Current Role at Suitsupply
Rutger Kloosterboer serves as the General Manager for China at Suitsupply, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives in the Chinese market. He has also been the Customer Service Director at Suitsupply since 2014, where he focuses on enhancing customer experiences and service delivery. His extensive tenure at Suitsupply includes various roles that have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the brand and its market dynamics.
Previous Experience at Suitsupply
Before his current roles, Kloosterboer held several positions at Suitsupply, starting as a Sales Associate from 2005 to 2007. He progressed to become the Store Manager in Amsterdam from 2009 to 2011, and later served as the Product Manager for China from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he worked as a Master in Sales from 2011 to 2014, which equipped him with significant sales and management experience within the company.
Internship Experience
Kloosterboer gained valuable experience through internships at various organizations. He interned at the Royal Netherlands Air Force from 2000 to 2001 for six months in Den Helder. He also completed an internship at Stork Fokker Aerospace from 2002 to 2003 for five months in Schiphol, and another internship at Ballast Nedam from 2003 to 2004 for six months in Nieuwegein. These internships provided him with foundational skills in operations and management.
Education and Expertise
Rutger Kloosterboer holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management from Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Aircraft Operations from Hogeschool van Amsterdam, completing his studies from 1998 to 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in managing relationships with suppliers and enhancing customer service.
Customer Relationship Management
Kloosterboer has extensive experience in managing relationships with fashion production suppliers in China, which has contributed to successful B2B and B2C interactions. He has a proven track record of building long-lasting relationships with thousands of satisfied customers, showcasing his exceptional customer service skills. His ability to manage high-margin revenues demonstrates his financial acumen in sales management.