Dirk Stals has extensive experience in procurement and purchasing. Dirk currently holds the position of Vice President Purchasing at Bosal, where they manage the worldwide Purchasing organization. Dirk'sresponsibilities include developing supplier relations and optimizing total cost of ownership and cash flow. Prior to this role, Dirk worked as the Purchasing Director at Bosal and the Director of Indirect Procurement EMIA at Bridgestone EMIA. Dirk also held positions such as Indirect Procurement Director at Ideal Standard International NV, Purchasing Director - EAME Indirects at Huntsman, and Group Procurement Manager Indirects Europe & Americas at Amcor Flexibles. Dirk started their career at Procter & Gamble, where they held various roles in purchasing and sourcing.
Dirk Stals pursued their education in a chronological manner, starting from 1974 to 1980 at Aangenomen College, Sint-Truiden. During this period, they completed a degree in Humanities with a focus on Latin and Mathematics. Later, from 1980 to 1985, they attended KU Leuven and obtained a Master's degree in Engineering with a specialization in Electronic Systems & Automation. No specific field of study is mentioned for their Humanities degree from Aangenomen College.
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Bosal
Established in 1923 in Alkmaar, the BOSAL Group is a Dutch-registered company, headquartered in Lummen, Belgium. BOSAL is known for its leading position in developing and manufacturing catalytic converters and emission control systems for passenger cars and industrial applications. BOSAL's company divisions include: POWERTRAIN BOSAL develops and manufactures Emission Control Systems for on-road and off-road vehicles, including hot end, cold end, and heat recovery systems. With regard to Powertrain Solutions, we are acting as an OE, OES, and Aftermarket supplier. ENERGY BOSAL develops and manufactures state-of-the-art energy conversion modules (heat exchangers, reformers, evaporators) for advanced power generators in stationary and mobile OE applications. CHASSIS BOSAL develops and manufactures a wide range of chassis parts, including towbars and fuel tanks, innovative and type-approved products for the OE, OES, and Aftermarket segment. Among BOSAL’s customers are all leading global vehicle manufacturers as well as major distribution companies in the aftermarket and industrial conglomerates. The BOSAL Group employs 2,200 people in 12 manufacturing plants, 7 distribution centers, and 5 R&D centers across the globe.