Jan Kleining
About Jan Kleining
Jan Kleining is a Source to Pay Specialist at Venator Materials Plc, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in customer service, business consulting, and management, with previous roles at companies such as HP, IBM, and Convergys.
Current Role at Venator Materials
Jan Kleining currently serves as a Source to Pay Specialist at Venator Materials Plc. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's procurement and payment processes. His role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring efficient transaction processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Venator Materials
Before his current role, Jan Kleining worked at Venator Materials Plc as a Customer Account Coordinator from 2017 to 2021. During this four-year period, he was based in Wynyard, United Kingdom, where he focused on customer service and account management within the company, which was formerly known as Huntsman Pigments and Additives.
Professional Background
Jan Kleining has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was a Business Consultant at HP for General Motors Europe from 2009 to 2011, where he advised on business process improvements. He also held positions at IBM as a Payroll Practitioner and at Convergys in various customer service and management roles.
Education and Qualifications
Jan Kleining studied at Newcastle University, where he earned a BA(Hons) in Combined Studies from 1994 to 1997. He also attended The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, achieving an MA in Performance Studies from 1997 to 1999. His educational background includes A-Levels from Loretto School and Mittlere Hochschulreife from Antonius Kolleg.
Leadership and Team Management
Throughout his career, Jan Kleining has demonstrated leadership skills, particularly during his time at Convergys, where he managed a multinational team providing network management services. He implemented coaching methods to facilitate procedural changes and led teams that supported high-profile clients, achieving notable business results.