Dennis Van wezenbeek
Transportation / Logistics
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Operational Logistics & Supply Chain Director with 20+ years of leadership across GCC, CIS, and conflict-affected oil & gas environments. Proven track record directing country-level logistics operations, fleet governance (450+ vehicles / 850+ personnel), customs clearance, and EPC/PMC contractor coordination for mega-projects up to $120B.
Specialized in remote-site mobilization, oilfield materials governance, cross-border import/export control, and high-volume transportation operations. Field-driven leader focused on operational continuity, cost discipline, HSE compliance, and contractor performance in complex and high-risk environments.
OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Directed site-wide logistics operations for $120B NEOM Trojena giga-development (Saudi Arabia)
- Led national fleet operations (450 vehicles / 850+ personnel) across six oil & gas production locations
- Governed nationwide oilfield customs and materials clearance for West Qurna-2 (Iraq)
- Recovered €15M Capex through structured contract renegotiation and vendor performance management
- Reduced import/export clearance lead times by 40% in high-risk operational environment
- Oversaw multi-million-dollar fleet and logistics operating budgets across remote sites
CORE COMPETENCIES
Oilfield Logistics & Base Operations
End-to-End Supply Chain Management
EPC / PMC Contractor Interface Management
Fleet & Heavy Equipment Governance
Customs Clearance & Port Operations
3PL & Vendor Performance Oversight
Remote Site Mobilization
KPI & SLA Performance Monitoring
Capex / Opex Control
HSE & Risk Mitigation
Government & Regulatory Liaison
High-Risk & Conflict-Zone Operations
Experience
Lead Logistics Operations & Supply Chain Strategy - NEOM Trojena, Saudi Arabia, 2023-2024
Mega-project: $120B giga-development
- Directed site-wide supply chain, logistics, and facilities strategy for one of the world's largest infrastructure projects
- Engineered integrated logistics operations covering goods inward, personnel transport, warehousing, last-mile delivery, and asset management
- Designed and negotiated waste management transport system handling 55+ tons daily via a 60-vehicle fleet
- Oversaw PMC logistics execution, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deliverables
Director, International Business Development - Bluzand LLC, Dubai, UAE, 2024-2025
- Developed end-to-end operational and financial roadmaps integrating transportation and logistics planning for new market entrants
- Structured MOUs, JV agreements, and operational frameworks ensuring scalability, compliance, and risk mitigation
- Advised on logistics infrastructure requirements for UAE and GCC market expansion
Co-founder & Consultant - PCS Worldwide, Russia & UAE, 2020-Present
- Delivered FEED-stage project management, due diligence, vendor identification, and procurement strategy for industrial clients
- Advised on market entry, corporate setup, and governance frameworks to mitigate operational and regulatory risk
- Supported cross-border logistics planning between CIS, European, and GCC markets
Senior Project Manager, Supply Chain (PMC) - Bilfinger Tebodin BV, Russia, 2018-2020
Project: $350M agro/bio-chemical facility
- Managed €60M equipment due diligence project, ensuring technical compliance and delivery readiness
- Re-engineered procurement and transport strategies, reducing lead times by 20% while ensuring EU/Russian regulatory compliance
- Analyzed 120+ contracts, renegotiated commercial terms, and recovered €15M in Capex for the client
Senior Transportation Manager - Iluka CSM / FIFA World Cup 2018, Russia, 2018
Project: World Cup Football Tournament
- Managed mixed fleet of 150+ vehicles for official World Cup transportation operations
- Coordinated complex routing, security protocols, and local authority liaison across multiple venues
- Ensured 100% on-time performance under high-pressure, high-visibility conditions
Project Supply Chain Manager - Tebodin BV, Russia, 2015-2016
Project: $120M coal tar plant re-construction
- Led on-site logistics, warehousing, and procurement for industrial plant redesign project
- Designed PMC supply chain structure and managed inventory, storage, and supplier coordination
- Implemented materials tracking system reducing stock discrepancies by 30%
Chief Logistics Officer - Lukoil Middle East, Iraq, 2013-2014
Project: West Qurna-2 oil field support
- Managed nationwide customs clearance, permitting, and materials tracking for major oil field operations
- Revised import/export procedures, reducing clearance delays by 40% and ensuring uninterrupted operations
- Coordinated logistics vendors across the supply chain, maintaining 100% availability of critical materials
Business Development Manager - Bacalavre O.O.O., Montenegro, 2012–2013
- Led expansion and operational integration for international education sector entry
- Established local partnerships and regulatory compliance frameworks
Land Transportation Manager - Agip KCO (ENI), Kazakhstan, 2008-2011
Project: Eskene West JV and onshore oil & gas facility
- Accountable for country-wide land transportation across 6 locations, supporting onshore oil & gas operations
- Managed 450 vehicles, 850 drivers, and 30 staff, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness
- Optimized routing and scheduling, reducing fuel costs by 15% while maintaining safety standards
Captain & Logistics Leader - Royal Netherlands Air Force (MoD), Netherlands & Iraq, 2001-2008
- Head of Procurement for multiple fighter jet bases in the Netherlands, managing critical supply chains
- Contract Manager for expeditionary missions in Iraq (2003-2004), overseeing facilities and logistics in conflict zones
- National Logistics and Support Coordinator for worldwide military deployments
- Deployed and operated in high-threat environments, ensuring supply chain continuity under pressure
Education
BS Military Operational Logistcs
BS International economics
BS International marketing
IOSH managing safely for oil and gas managers
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