Roel Panneels

Roel Panneels is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in business operations, procurement, and strategic purchasing. Currently serving as the Head of Business Operations at Roche since July 2010, Roel Panneels coaches multiple teams managing operations within the Belux affiliate, focusing on Commercial and Supply Chain Operations. Previously held positions include Head of Procurement at Roche, where Roel Panneels defined sourcing strategies for indirect materials, and Global Source to Purchase Manager at Henkel, where Roel Panneels established structured processes for strategic purchasing. With a background in logistics and corporate purchasing, Roel Panneels developed and implemented various procurement systems and tools across different organizations, complemented by a strong academic foundation, including studies in law and logistics management from KU Leuven and other institutions.