Ilse Vekemans

Ilse Vekemans is an experienced professional in sourcing and procurement, currently serving as the EMEA Indirect Sourcing Leader at SUEZ - Water Technologies & Solutions since October 2017, and previously held the same title at GE Water & Process Technologies from May 2007. Ilse has extensive expertise in driving sourcing projects across the EMEA region, focusing on achieving price deflation, service improvement, and productivity increases. Earlier roles include Senior Global Commodity Leader for Chemicals, EMEA Sourcing Leader for Chemicals, and Sourcing Manager responsible for part of the EMEA Chemical Spend at GE Water. Ilse's career also includes positions as a Buyer at HERCULES, Sourcing Assistant at BetzDearborn, and various administrative roles. Education includes degrees in Business Communication from HAM Hogeschool Mechelen, Middelbaar Onderwijs in Moderne Talen/Economie from Heilig Hart College Wezembeek-Oppem, and Marketing from Katholieke Hogeschool Leuven.