Nick van der Stoep

Nick van der Stoep is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operational excellence and production management. Currently serving as a Senior Manager of Operational Excellence at dsm-firmenich, Nick leads continuous improvement initiatives across nine U.S. sites, emphasizing efficiency and best practices. Prior roles at DSM included Global Operational Excellence Team Regional Implementation Manager for Europe, where Nick contributed to a large-scale continuous improvement program, and various supervisory and managerial positions in manufacturing, including plant management and production supervision. Nick’s early career featured roles at Alco Energy, Abengoa Bioenergy, BP, and AKZO Nobel, alongside comprehensive educational qualifications, including a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management.