Sustainability Executive I Head of Strategic Supplier/Partner I ESG I Governance Advisor
Enterprise Europe Network - Switzerland at Innosuisse
Belgium, Belgium
Elke, a senior executive with expertise in global operations, sustainability, supplier management; drives transformative results & embeds ESG into strategies.
Enterprise Europe Network - Switzerland at Innosuisse
Enterprise Europe Network - Switzerland at Innosuisse
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Bern, Switzerland
Executive Experience & Highlights:
2018 - 2024: Hewlett Packard: Global Head of Strategic Suppliers, Operations & Sustainable Impact
Business Transformation & Advisory Leadership: By engaging with C-level partner executives, I led global sustainability initiatives and secured 100% participation in the HP Sustainability Pledge, focusing on Climate Action, Human Rights/DEI, and Digital Equity. Developed and executed a comprehensive sustainability roadmap and implemented risk assessments that aligned global suppliers with HP's ESG objectives. Received multiple HP awards for impactful leadership in advancing HP’s sustainability goals.
2012 - 2018: Hewlett Packard: EMEA Strategic Partner Management & Operational Business Development
Start-Up & Strategic Leadership: Established, scaled, and led HP's Global Partner/Supplier Business Unit Service, guiding global expansion strategy with a focus on high-impact governance frameworks and sustainable growth. Integrated new partners into the HP ecosystem under tight time lines of 6 months, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Oversaw supplier selection and led contract negotiations, driving a 20% y/y increase in cost savings. Recognized by HP for exceptional leadership and results.
2009 - 2012: Hewlett Packard: EMEA Service Operation Management
Operational Excellence: I led a diverse team of technical experts, driving innovation and growth while transferring expertise across the EMEA region. By improving product lifecycle management and operational processes, I boosted the customer experience score by 10% y/y and aligned teams to ensure operational excellence and high customer satisfaction.
2007 - 2009: NUR: European Business Development Manager & Merges
Business Expansion & Acquisition: As part of NUR Europe’s management team I drove business partner expansion and developed go-to-market strategies, achieving 30% y/y sales growth ahead of the acquisition by HP. Provided strategic direction during the HP transition, enhancing HP’s large-format printing portfolio and ensuring smooth integration.
Earlier Career
2003 – 2007: UBI: Adjunct Professor on Strategic Management (Belgium/Vietnam) and MBA
1995 – 2003: Scitex/Creo: Head of EMEA Indirect Business Development
1992 – 1995: VIDI: Product Director, Broadcast Innovations
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Senior exec with expertise in sustainable operations, ESG, strategic leadership. Driving innovation, transformation, and impactful results.
Sustainability Executive I Head of Strategic Supplier/Partner I ESG I Governance Advisor at Enterprise Europe Network - Switzerland at Innosuisse
Belgium, Belgium