Roel Harbers has a diverse work experience spanning multiple companies and roles. Roel began their career as a Commercial Intern at Arvicon International in 2006. In 2007, they joined Zwanenberg Food Group as a Management Trainee. Roel then worked at Royal Friesland Foods as a Junior Sales Manager for a brief period in 2008.
In 2009, Harbers joined FrieslandCampina as a Key Account Manager, where they were responsible for B2B key accounts such as Nestlé, Kraft Foods, Mars, Brioche Pasquier, and August Storck. Their tasks included relationship management, acquiring new business, demand planning, and negotiating. Roel successfully increased the budget volume during their tenure.
Since 2014, Harbers has been with DFE Pharma, where they have held various positions. Roel started as a Sales Manager and gradually progressed to higher roles within the sales department. From November 2019 to January 2021, they served as the Head of Sales for Eastern and Western Europe. Following that, they became the Head of Sales for Eastern & Western Europe and Africa until April 2022. Currently, they hold the position of Head of Indirect Sales EMEA.
Overall, Harbers has demonstrated expertise in sales, key account management, and leadership roles throughout their career.
Roel Harbers earned a Master's Degree in Business from Radboud University, completing their education from 2001 to 2005.
April, 2022 - present
January, 2021
November, 2019
October, 2014