Frans Claessens

Frans Claessens is currently the Supply Chain Director at PQ Corporation, overseeing Procurement, Logistics, Customer Service, and S&OP at PQ Silicates EMEA. Previously, they served as Purchasing Director EMEA and Senior Purchasing Manager EMEA at PQ Corporation, where they focused on procurement strategy and the purchase of strategic raw materials across multiple production sites. Their earlier experience includes roles as Purchasing Manager at Ineos Silicas BV and Site Buyer at Crosfield BV. Frans holds a bachelor’s degree in business economics from Hogeschool Zuyd and has completed advanced studies in Purchasing Management.