Alex Bovendeert

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Goudsmit Magnetics Group - Experts in Magnetic Solutions!

Tiel, Gelderland, Netherlands

Overview

Alex Bovendeert is an Interim Transformation Manager specializing in accelerating sustainable growth for SMEs in the manufacturing industry. A former Chief Commercial Officer with education from Erasmus University, he focuses on balancing people and technology to drive results. Colleagues describe him as strategic, analytical, connecting, and result-oriented, with a talent for inspiring teams.

Outside of his professional focus on commercial transformation, Alex has shown an interest in personal well-being. This is suggested by his engagement with topics related to preventive health, indicating a personal value placed on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Unique fact: Alex was part of a successful Management Buy-Out and was instrumental in growing his previous company into the Top 250 Growth Companies in the Netherlands.

Personality Overview

Early Adopter

Fast But Thoughtful

Risk Tolerant

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Sustainable Growth
His professional focus is guiding SMEs in the manufacturing sector towards sustainable growth by analyzing the core business challenges beyond just increasing sales.
MKB Manufacturing
His interim and consulting work specifically targets transforming small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the Dutch manufacturing industry.
Digital Sales
He developed training masterclasses focused on transitioning sales teams from traditional field sales to successful remote and hybrid selling environments.

Media Appearances

Alex has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2023 - 12-2025
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Goudsmit Magnetics Group - Experts in Magnetic Solutions!
2-2022 - 7-2023
Management Consultant at Alex Bovendeert
9-2017 - 11-2021
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Lightronics B.V.
1-2011 - 9-2017
Sales Manager at Lightronics B.V.
2-2010 - 1-2011
Account Manager Openbare Verlichting at Lightronics B.V.

Education

2016 - 2017
New Business Development from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
2013 - 2013
Sales leadership diploma from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University

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Insights For Selling To Alex

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Alex is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Alex

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Alex move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Alex take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Alex

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