Description

Fractional Program Transformation Director | AI & Digital Strategy Execution | MBA (IIM-C) & IMD Alumnus

About Me

With over 18 years of experience driving large-scale transformations for Fortune 500 leaders (ING, AkzoNobel, Tata Steel, and global FMCG giants), I help organizations navigate the complexities of Digital and AI evolution.

In a world where 70% of transformations fail at the execution stage, I serve as the "Strategic Architect" who ensures your roadmap actually delivers measurable ROI. Whether you are restructuring your Target Operating Model (TOM), pivoting to an AI-first strategy, or scaling global delivery teams, I bring the framework-driven rigour of an MBA from IIM Calcutta and the disruptive mindset of IMD Business School.

What I bring to your organization:

AI & Digital Orchestration: I build the delivery engines. From flagship AI initiatives in FMCG to digital roadmaps in Banking, I align advanced analytics with commercial outcomes.

Target Operating Model (TOM) Design: I specialize in designing lean, agile organizational structures that break silos and accelerate speed-to-market.

High-Stakes Program Recovery: I have a track record of stepping into complex, matrixed environments to stabilize and turn around high-value global portfolios.

Commercial Sharpness: Having managed $80M+ revenue portfolios and €10B cost programs, I view every transformation through the lens of the P&L.

Why clients choose me as a Fractional Lead: I offer the strategic depth of a "Big 4" partner with the hands-on agility of an interim director. Based in Amstelveen, I support Dutch and international firms in English, bridging the gap between local operations and global ambitions.

Core Expertise: Enterprise Strategy (OKRs/OGSM) • AI Digital Transformation • Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) • Business Agility (SAFe) . Delivery management

Ready to turn your strategic vision into a high-performing reality? Let’s connect to discuss your mission.

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Dutch
Basic
Hindi
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Xebia Consulting
Program / Transformation Director (Digital, AI & Agile)
DIGITAL AND IT
January 2021 - Today (5 years and 5 months)
Netherlands
Enterprise AI Transformation: Leading two flagship AI initiatives for a global FMCG organization, aligning advanced analytics and AI capabilities with commercial ROI.
Digital Portfolio Governance: Directing portfolios with 80+ professionals, owning delivery governance, execution cadence, and multi-million-euro value realization.
Operating Model Redesign: Spearheading a SAFe-based operating model transformation for a Tier-1 Middle Eastern telecom operator to improve responsiveness and delivery speed.
IoT & Platform Enablement: Partnering with an infrastructure leader to build a data-driven IoT platform, enabling a strategic shift toward subscription-based business models.
Executive Advisory: Acting as a strategic counterpart to senior executives to align technology investments with commercial priorities and long-term roadmaps.
IT Strategy Roadmapping AI Project Delivery SAFe Portfolio Management
ING Bank
Customer Strategy & Transformation Lead
BANKING AND INSURANCE
November 2020 - June 2021 (7 months)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Pan-European Strategy: Designed and executed an end-to-end digital personalization strategy across 7 countries, integrating customer journeys with lead management platforms.
Value-Based Governance: Introduced OKR-driven governance and defined the global "3 Must-Win Battles" to standardize digital capabilities in a regulated environment.
Executive Reporting: Established structured governance and reporting to align international delivery with board level strategic outcomes.
Roadmapping OGSM/OKR Innovation management Personalisation Portfolio Governance
AkzoNobel
Global Innovation & Marketing Excellence Manager
CHEMICAL
October 2016 - November 2020 (4 years and 1 month)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Innovation Excellence: Conceptualized and launched the global "Innovation Excellence" framework across 6 global business units and 50+ countries.
Strategy-to-Market (StM): Led the global rollout and change management of a standardized L1–L4 StM process, improving alignment between R&D, Marketing, and Commercial teams.
Performance Optimization: Standardized stage-gate reviews and performance tracking, resulting in a ~20% reduction in product development cycle times.
Strategy Formulation Strategy Execution Innovation Excellence Program Management Process Mapping & Optimization