Frans Op Den Buys is an experienced sourcing account manager currently at Thermo Fisher Scientific since October 2015, with a history of roles that include sourcing account manager at FEI Company and senior buyer/project manager at Assembleon. Frans has been instrumental in managing supply bases, particularly in Asia, and implementing operational improvements. A background in purchasing management includes setting up infrastructure to optimize supply chains in Taiwan and extending supplier bases in China. Notable early career positions at Philips involved supplier account management and project leadership in electronic manufacturing. Education includes a Bachelor's degree in Mechanics from Fontys University of Applied Sciences.