Berend Buitink

Berend Buitink is a seasoned professional in talent acquisition and recruitment management, currently serving as Manager Talent Acquisition Innovation & Operations at bol.com since January 2021. In this role, Berend is responsible for innovating Talent Acquisition services and launching key initiatives such as the External Hiring Desk and Campus Recruitment. Additionally, Berend owns B2U Recruitment and has held roles including Head of Sales and Strategy & Business Development Manager at Endouble, and Head of Recruitment at VodafoneZiggo. With extensive experience leading recruitment teams across various sectors, including corporate and campus recruitment, Berend excels in developing recruitment strategies and enhancing processes to improve the quality of hire. Berend has a strong background in sourcing senior-level candidates and fostering employer branding, having previously worked with Deloitte Nederland and been involved in academic guest lecturing on recruitment topics.