Michel Hoven serves as the Head of Global Trade Compliance at Philips, where he plays a pivotal role in steering the Integrated Supply Chain towards excellence. With a wealth of experience in manufacturing, supply chain management, and trade compliance, Michel is dedicated to transforming business...
Michel Hoven serves as the Head of Global Trade Compliance at Philips, where he plays a pivotal role in steering the Integrated Supply Chain towards excellence. With a wealth of experience in manufacturing, supply chain management, and trade compliance, Michel is dedicated to transforming business strategies into actionable results. His leadership is characterized by a strong focus on process architecture and a commitment to driving performance through innovation and standardization.
In his current role, Michel oversees critical areas such as Export Control and Sanctions, Customs Compliance, Global Duty Management, Dangerous Goods Compliance, and Global Inventory Control. He is not only accountable for meeting transformation and performance goals but also serves as the business process owner for the Global Trade Services (GTS) platform. This dual responsibility allows him to leverage his expertise in SAP and business architecture to streamline operations and enhance compliance across Philips' global supply chain.
Michel's passion for simplifying complexity is evident in his approach to process improvement and industrial quality. By fostering a lean mindset, he encourages his team to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that add value to the organization. His commitment to customer value prototyping ensures that Philips remains agile and responsive to market demands while maintaining the highest standards of compliance.
Through his leadership, Michel Hoven is not only driving compliance but also enabling Philips to navigate the complexities of global trade, ensuring that the company remains competitive and compliant in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
