Piet Hein Kruls
About Piet Hein Kruls
Piet Hein Kruls is the Senior Procurement Manager at TomTom in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with a background in legal and procurement roles.
Current Role at TomTom
Piet Hein Kruls holds the position of Senior Procurement Manager at TomTom. He began this role in 2015 and has been instrumental in overseeing procurement activities in the Amsterdam Area, Netherlands. In his capacity, he has contributed to significant multi-million cost savings through strategic sourcing and the renegotiation of long-term commitments. Kruls also plays a pivotal role in improving indirect procurement processes within the company.
Previous Roles at TomTom
Prior to his current position, Piet Hein Kruls served as a Corporate Legal Counsel at TomTom from 2011 to 2015. During these four years, he worked in the Amsterdam Area, Netherlands, where he was involved in various legal aspects of corporate operations. This role leveraged his background in law and provided a foundation for his current responsibilities in senior procurement management.
Legal Career at Stibbe
Before joining TomTom, Piet Hein Kruls worked at Stibbe, a prominent law firm in the Amsterdam Area. From 2008 to 2011, he held the position of Corporate Lawyer, working as a prospective civil-law notary. Additionally, he gained experience as a Paralegal in 2007, which helped him develop a strong grounding in corporate legal matters. His tenure at Stibbe lasted for approximately four years, enriching his expertise in corporate law.
Education and Qualifications
Piet Hein Kruls completed his LLM in Notarial Law at the Universiteit van Amsterdam, where he studied from 2002 to 2008. This six-year academic pursuit provided him with a solid foundation in legal studies. Additionally, he undertook coursework at Nevi, achieving a qualification in Inkoop externe inhuur in 1970. His educational background has been a significant asset in his professional journey, enabling him to navigate complex legal and procurement matters effectively.