William Stijns
About William Stijns
William Stijns serves as the Global Procurement BI & Strategy Manager at Liberty Global, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in procurement strategy, market analysis, and technology implementation, supported by a strong educational background in Econometrics and an MBA.
Work at Liberty Global
William Stijns has been employed at Liberty Global since 2015, serving as the Global Procurement BI & Strategy Manager. In this role, he collaborates closely with the Procurement Leadership Team to establish procurement direction and strategy. His responsibilities include conducting spend and supply market analyses, managing procurement analysts, and overseeing Business Intelligence roles within the Procurement Center of Excellence. He has also managed the implementation of SAP/Ariba-based Source-to-Contract technology solutions and conducted global procurement savings reporting and contract coverage analysis.
Education and Expertise
William Stijns holds a degree in Econometrics from Tilburg University, where he studied from 1980 to 1986. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Henley Management College, completing his studies from 1993 to 1996. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and strategic management, which he applies in his current role in procurement.
Background
Before joining Liberty Global, William Stijns worked at TNT Express for 18 years, where he held various positions, including Global Purchase to Pay, Working Capital, Procurement Process, and Customer Interface Technology Manager. His career began at BSO Management Support, where he worked as a Project Manager, Consultant, and Account Manager from 1991 to 1995. His extensive experience in procurement and project management has shaped his current role in global procurement strategy.
Achievements in Procurement
Throughout his career, William Stijns has demonstrated expertise in managing procurement processes and implementing technology solutions. At Liberty Global, he has played a key role in the implementation of SAP/Ariba-based Source-to-Contract technology solutions and has conducted comprehensive analyses for procurement savings and contract coverage. His experience managing procurement analysts and Business Intelligence roles contributes to the effectiveness of the Procurement Center of Excellence.