For ten years, Tonny worked for one of Kolmer’s customers and during that time he already got to know the organization quite well. “When I was asked in 2010 to make the switch, I was immediately enthusiastic.”
Tonny is responsible for tactical purchasing at Kolmer. In this role, he regularly visits suppliers in Poland, Italy, and China. “We also meet many suppliers every year at the Hannover Messe. I still really enjoy the contact with external partners. Kolmer is a fairly flat organization. It feels like a family business where everyone who wants to can develop themselves. I am given a lot of freedom in my work, which I really appreciate. Ideas are valued. Within my own team, I also expect people to think along and continue to develop themselves.”
A driven, enthusiastic and inquisitive colleague, that’s Tonny. As a manager he learns to delegate and let go. The objective here is more room for long-term focus and attention for his people. Relationship Management, both internal and external, that’s what Tonny is good at. “Be honest and open with each other, call things as they are. That’s how I want to work. Don’t always try to carry the load yourself and ensure that we do it together. Kolmer’s been holding its own with the big boys for so long that it fills me with pride. We are not familiar with the word ‘no’. Simple or very complex motors; we’ll get it done in no time at all.” Tonny lives in Nunspeet with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys running and mountain biking and he also regularly visits the korfball field to encourage his daughters. Eating out or watching a movie or musical are things Tonny can enjoy.