Marcel Ruettgers - Founder and CEO, MR- Consulting

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Work Background

High-BROWSEChief Operating Officer

Dec. 2020 - Dec. 2022Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

IKEA GroupCountry Manager IKEA Food Netherlands

Oct. 2019 - Dec. 2020Haarlem Area, Netherlands• Led food operations, safety, and quality control across 11 stores • Managed P&L, budgeting, and financial planning for the food business • Expanded plant-based and sustainable food range by 20% • Implemented inventory optimization program, reducing waste by 10% • Oversaw new café and restaurant openings and promotions • Directed team of retail managers and food specialists • Ensured compliance with policies, regulations, and brand standards • Developed training programs on food safety and customer service • Collaborated with global IKEA food leadership on best practices • Represented IKEA Netherlands food business at industry events • Analyzed data on customer preferences and eating trends

IKEA GroupActing Country Food Manager | Range & Commercial leader

May. 2019 - Sep. 2019NetherlandsCollaborated with the marketing team to launch successful marketing campaigns. • Implemented a cost-saving strategy that reduced food waste by 15% • Recruited and managed a team of 5 specialists, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and a 7% increase in revenue.

MR ConsultingFreelance Consultant

Oct. 2017Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · RemoteLed successful implementation of communication strategies, resulting in 20% increase in client satisfaction in just 3 months • Generated $50,000 in additional revenue through successful negotiation and implementation of new client contracts. • Provided expert guidance to clients, resulting in cost savings of $10,000 per month and increased efficiency by 30%.

IKEA GroupRange and Commercial Leader

Mar. 2017 - Sep. 2019Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands• Developed a new pricing strategy, resulting in a 10% increase in commercial sales • Implemented new marketing strategies, resulting in a 7% increase in customer retention.

EF Education FirstCountry Product Manager

Jun. 2013 - Aug. 2014Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · On-site•Lead the country operations for the language travel program for 10-18 year olds •B2C sales through warm outreach and email outreach • Tour and trip planning on location

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