How would you describe the Aftermarket to someone who has never heard of this industry?
‘Moving the world’ – making sure that the correct spare part, adequate service and value-adding accessories are available at different price levels for passenger and freight vehicles in time at the workshop or the shop counter. An ecosystem of manufacturers, distributors and local dealers and workshops.
How would you describe, and what do you fancy most about your job?
I am an ITG Manager at NRF from the Netherlands, who is active in all continents. As a specialist in the Aftermarket business, it has been very successful and is growing very quickly and therefore continuously offers many opportunities to specialists in engineering, logistics and sales, as well as all type of support functions as HR, IT, Finance etc. My role involves coordinating the company’s interactions on all levels and in all areas with the so called International Trading Groups, which encompass over 80% of all distributors. I especially enjoy the conviviality and family spirit in our industry.
Why should somebody join this industry in your opinion?
One of the biggest industries in the world is going through massive changes with electrification, connected and autonomous cars. This offers many innovative and developing opportunities for professionals in all different disciplines.