Johan Soenen
About Johan Soenen
Johan Soenen serves as the Functional Lead for Integrated Business Planning and Order to Cash at Tronox, where he has worked since 2021. He holds an MBA from Edinburgh Business School and has extensive experience in sales planning, operations, and change management across various companies in Europe.
Work at Tronox
Johan Soenen currently serves as the Functional Lead for Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and Order to Cash (OTC) at Tronox, a position he has held since 2021 in Switzerland. In this role, he has contributed to the newTRON Transformation Program by developing business processes that enhance operational efficiency. Prior to this, he was the Director of Order to Delivery at Tronox from 2019 to 2020, where he focused on optimizing delivery processes.
Education and Expertise
Johan Soenen earned his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Edinburgh Business School, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Leuven. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in integration projects and change management, particularly in challenging organizational processes.
Background
Johan Soenen has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He began his career at Gates Corporation as a Junior Planner and later progressed to Master Planner. He then transitioned to Cristal, where he held several positions, including Sales Planning and Customer Service Manager and Global Industry Manager, over a span of more than a decade. His experience spans multiple locations, including Belgium, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Johan Soenen has been recognized for his ability to build strong teams and implement clear direction in multicultural environments. He possesses excellent conflict management skills and is known for his resilience under pressure. His analytical thinking and leadership have been instrumental in driving change within organizations, particularly during his tenure at Tronox and Cristal.