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Thijs van Drongelen\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]Operational Buyer at BEGE<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]Thijs van Drongelen was immediately drawn to the combination of technology, innovation, and the informal work atmosphere at BEGE. During the first interview, he felt an instant connection. The tour confirmed this: the positive energy and the sense of commitment everyone showed made it clear that he would fit in here.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”flexrow”][vc_column]
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Accessible from day one<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]What stood out most to Thijs during his first few weeks was how approachable and helpful everyone is. Colleagues really take the time to walk you through the processes and answer questions. There\u2019s no barrier to asking questions\u2014just a team that\u2019s happy to bring you on board.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Smooth deliveries, satisfied customers<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]As an operational buyer, Thijs ensures that products and materials arrive on time and that everything in the supply chain runs smoothly. Colleagues and customers can count on good quality and reliable deliveries. No two days are exactly the same, and he gets plenty of opportunities to do and learn new things.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”20″ el_class=”flexrow” wpex_bg_color=”#f9f9f9″ el_id=”lichtgrijs-spacing-na”][vc_column]
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Responsibility that motivates<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]What pleasantly surprised Thijs was how much responsibility and trust he was given early on. That\u2019s motivating and gives room to develop quickly. He also felt like part of the team sooner than expected. That combination of trust, freedom, and camaraderie makes him look forward to coming to work.[\/vc_column_text]
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Building knowledge, building bridges<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]Thijs wants to further deepen his role as an operational buyer and continue to build his knowledge and experience. But he also looks forward to collaborating with various departments and suppliers. By establishing and maintaining those connections, he wants to make a real contribution to a smooth and efficient procurement process within BEGE.[\/vc_column_text]
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\u201cWorking with colleagues is very enjoyable. There\u2019s an open atmosphere where everyone is willing to help one another.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”flexrow” el_id=”wit-spacing-na”][vc_column]
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