{"id":7459,"date":"2024-03-01T11:26:48","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T11:26:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.profiltra.nl\/?page_id=7459"},"modified":"2025-04-09T08:30:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T08:30:45","slug":"meet-our-employees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.profiltra.nl\/en\/meet-our-employees\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet our employees"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A Versatile Career Path<\/strong>
Dani\u00ebl began his career in the warehouse of a shower screen manufacturer. He soon moved into an administrative role and eventually progressed into a commercial position within the same company.<\/p>\n

International Experience<\/strong>
In 2016, he moved to the UK, where he joined a manufacturer of mixer and bath taps. There, he further developed his commercial skills and gained valuable international experience.<\/p>\n

The Move to Profiltra<\/strong>
After returning to the Netherlands, it didn\u2019t take long for Dani\u00ebl to find a new job. In 2023, he was approached by a recruitment agency with an intriguing opportunity: a position as Customer Relations Employee at Profiltra. The combination of commercial work and physical products immediately appealed to him. Refractory materials were completely new to him, but he saw that as an exciting challenge. The warm welcome he received at Profiltra instantly made him feel at home.<\/p>\n

His Role at Profiltra<\/strong>
Within the Insulation Solutions department, Dani\u00ebl is responsible for purchasing, quotations, order processing, and customer inquiries. He\u2019s also involved in calculations and scheduling in the workshop, where refractory materials are custom-processed. From procurement to delivery, he ensures everything runs smoothly.<\/p>\n

Customer Contact and International Collaboration<\/strong>
For Dani\u00ebl, connecting with customers is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job. He enjoys solving problems and making sure orders are delivered on time and as efficiently as possible. The international scope adds an extra layer of interest: he works with customers and suppliers around the world, making full use of his English language skills.<\/p>\n

Thinking of Applying for a job at Profiltra? Just Go for It!<\/strong>
What does Dani\u00ebl appreciate most about Profiltra? The social and open atmosphere. His advice to potential applicants: \u201cJust go for it! No two days are the same, and you’ll face plenty of challenges. It’s a fantastic place to work and grow!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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Meet Mariana Dalemans, Customer Relations Manager<\/strong>
\nBorn in Romania and surrounded by a loving family, Mariana chose adventure at 18. In Italy and Spain, she worked in the hospitality industry to finance her studies. She completed studies in microbiology and retail, learned no fewer than seven languages and started her career as a consultant at Bouwmaat.<\/p>\n

From ambition to success<\/strong>
\nWith a clear goal in mind, Mariana joined Profiltra in 2021: to return to her educational background in retail. As a Customer Relations Employee in the Color Solutions department, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to customer relations and creative solutions. Her passion and perseverance did not go unnoticed.<\/p>\n

From December 2024: Customer Relations Manager Performance Materials<\/strong>
\nThanks to her dedication and growth within Profiltra, Mariana has recently taken the next step in her career: she has been promoted to Customer Relations Manager in the Performance Materials department. In this role, she remains committed to optimising customer relations and finding the best solutions within a dynamic market.<\/p>\n

Growth and opportunities at Profiltra<\/strong>
\nMariana’s story shows that ambition and perseverance are rewarded at Profiltra. Here, you get the space to develop yourself and grow. Would you also like to work in an environment where your efforts count and where you get the chance to realise your ambitions? Contact us and discover the possibilities! HR@profiltra.com<\/p>\n

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Oliver Konrad, Technical Sales Manager<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Background<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

After his studies, Oliver began his career at Heubach GmbH, a company producing pigments located just a few kilometers from his home in northern Germany. \u201cIt was a logical choice,\u201d he says, \u201cat the time working from home was not yet common and I wanted to work to stay within my family environment. \u201d Heubach offered him the chance t start in the export and sales department, and he quickly developed within the company. \u201cI started in the inside sales team and after three years I move to the outside field sales, being responsible for the German market at the beginning.\u201d He says. Thanks to continuous growth opportunities, he stayed with Heubach for 25 years. His last position was global key account manager with focus on DACH-Region markets Germany, Austria and Switzerland.<\/p>\n

Vacancy<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

When Heubach merged with another large European pigment producer and brought in investors, the corporate culture changed significantly. \u201cThe small, family-oriented structure disappeared,\u201d he explains, \u201cand I felt out of place within this large global organization.: Looking for a company that better matched his values, but operated within the industry in which he gained years of knowledge and experience, he ended up at Profiltra. \u201cProfiltra combines professionalism with a personal approach, exactly what I was looking for,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

First impression<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

His first impression of Profiltra was very positive. \u201cI immediately felt welcome during my meetings with Sebastian Faure, Patrick and Edwin Cobussen,\u201d he says. \u201cTheir interest in me as a person and as a professional gave me the confidence to take this important step\u201d. The company\u2019s open communication and structured growth ambitions made a strong impression. For me, the idea of working closely with reliable manufacturers in India and China producing under our own brand, our own Profiltra China team with Richard and Amber, is a great feeling to sell good and competitive products in the European market. This is absolutely state of the art, this is how it should be to work for a professional company. Our products are made to our specifications, everything is well organized and this makes me feel very good that my decision 1,5 years ago was the right one.<\/p>\n

B<\/u><\/strong>alance ambition and market knowledge<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

As Senior Technical Sales Manager at Profiltra, Oliver is responsible for the further development of the business within the Color Solutions department. \u201cMy experience and existing contact in Germany are crucial here,\u201d he explains. \u201cThe direct contact with customers and solving technical and commercial issues give me great satisfaction.\u201d He works closely with Patrick and Sebastian to decide if the developed strategies are realistic and achievable. \u201cThe balance between ambition and market knowledge is essential,\u201d he says. \u201cIt is important that in my role I can contribute whether strategic decisions are realistic or not through my knowledge and experience within the market.\u201d The cooperation within the team, as well as with his supervisor, contributes to his positive work experience and good business result. \u201cWe are on the same page, which is important for good cooperation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Future<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Oliver looks confidently to the future at Profiltra. \u201cMy goal is to make Profiltra more visible in the marketplace every day,\u201d he says. \u201cTwenty years ago Profiltra was not a big name in the pigment industry, but now the changing market with the bankruptcy of Heubach, among others, offers tremendous growth opportunities in paints\/coatings and plastics application fields.\u201d He strives to position Profiltra as a reliable partner for customers. \u201cWe need to keep working on the recognition that Profiltra is a reliable partner. \u201cWhere years ago Profiltra was focused on selected customers and applications, we are now working to become a main supplier to companies for various pigments. \u201cMy ambition is not just to be a number in a large organization, but to actually contribute to the success and growth of Profiltra.\u201d The international character, the close cooperation and the family feeling make his workplace not only a nice professional environment, but also a place to where he enjoys working every day.<\/p>\n

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Customer Relations Employee in our most colorful department: Roy’s Story at Color Solutions.<\/strong><\/h6>\n

In his twenties, Roy started his career at a company importing lamps, before spending about 6 months per year traveling around Asia for major chemical companies. “Interesting,” he says, “but very hectic and incompatible with family life.” In search of a more stable environment, he found his way to the back office of our former Pigments department.<\/p>\n

When asked about what makes his job interesting, he enthusiastically shares, “The international aspect of it, working with colleagues from Europe and Asia and foreign clients, is something I have always enjoyed a lot.” It’s clear that Roy thrives in the international team at Color Solutions. “Working in the team is just great,” he says, “and Profiltra is a true family business, where the social aspect is very important. There are great team events and company outings throughout the year, in short, I really like it here.”<\/p>\n

Responding to the question about the most important skills for his role, Roy says, “In my job, you need to be able to speak good English and German, be willing to contribute your own ideas, have a commercial sense, and if you also have some understanding of logistics processes, that’s a plus.” He emphasizes that there is still much to learn in his job and that the willingness to learn and take on new challenges is crucial.<\/p>\n

The international nature, close collaboration, and family-like atmosphere not only make his workplace a pleasant professional environment but also a place where he enjoys going to work every day.<\/p>\n

If you are also interested in a challenging international job, like Roy, and recognize yourself in the mentioned skills, be sure to contact our HR department at HR@profiltra.com or call Mandy H\u00f6gl at 036 204 88 83 or Yvonne Karsten at 036 204 88 84<\/p>\n

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Meet Hugo Ferreira, Service Engineer at Profiltra<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Our service engineer Hugo Ferreira was born in Portugal. This handy Portuguese has been working outside his homeland for quite some time now. “The weather in Portugal is beautiful, but the salary is not as nice,” Hugo laughs. He finds the Dutch to be open-minded and friendly, and most importantly, he feels more respected here as a craftsman.<\/p>\n

Where craftsmanship meets appreciation<\/strong><\/p>\n

With an impressive 20 years of experience in the installation industry, including 15 years in refractory materials and the last few years in wear-resistant ceramic materials, Hugo has certainly made his mark. His enthusiasm for Profiltra is evident: “At Profiltra, I get the respect I deserve, and my opinions are valued,” says an enthusiastic Hugo. “Working with the team in the Piping Technology & Wear Solutions department is fantastic. This is the second team during my long career that I am truly very satisfied with.”<\/p>\n

Even nephew Andr\u00e9 employed at Profiltra<\/strong><\/p>\n

He even asked his nephew Andr\u00e9 from Portugal to join Profiltra as a Service Engineer. Andr\u00e9 has been working for Profiltra for about a year and a half now. About his collaboration with his nephew, Hugo says, “Andr\u00e9 and I make a great team. With great precision and expertise, we handle the installation of wear-resistant materials for Profiltra’s clients.”<\/p>\n

Dutch is a difficult language<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because Profiltra values the importance of our technicians speaking some Dutch, both gentlemen receive Dutch lessons at the office. Hugo already speaks a bit of Dutch now, although he finds the language “quite difficult.” But when asked “how are you?” he replies neatly with “alles goed” (all good).<\/p>\n

Do you want to be part of our dynamic team at Profiltra? Discover the possibilities and join professionals like Hugo and Andr\u00e9 who take pride in their work and are valued for their craftsmanship. Feeling excited about such a great job? There’s still an open vacancy for the position of Service Engineer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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