Boris Fenneman - Managing Director

Q: Where is Boris based?

Boris is based in Lisbon, Portugal and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Boris speak?

Boris speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Dutch (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Boris have?

Boris has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Boris has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months . Note that Boris may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Boris's latest experience?

Boris's most recent position is Managing Director at Sourcify Solutions .

Q: What companies has Boris worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Boris has worked for Sourcify Solutions , Hovione , and Teijin Aramid .

Q: Which industries is Boris most experienced in?

Boris is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Chemical , and Pharmaceutical . Boris also has some experience in Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Boris most experienced in?

Boris is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Strategy and Planning .

Q: Which industries has Boris worked in recently?

Boris has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Chemical , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas has Boris worked in recently?

Boris has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Strategy and Planning .

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Lisbon, Portugal

Experience

Jan 2025 - Present

1 year 2 months

Managing Director

Sourcify Solutions

Founded consultancy delivering procurement excellence in capital projects
Developed value-driven strategies for CAPEX optimization and procurement process digitalization
Provide expertise across pharmaceuticals, energy, and industrial manufacturing sectors

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

2 years

Global Head of Procurement

Hovione

Spearheaded global procurement strategy for a €500M+ pharmaceutical CDMO, overseeing direct and indirect materials
Led and developed a high-performing global procurement team of 25+ professionals across Portugal, USA, China, Ireland, and Macau
Drove and implemented innovative programs to optimize procurement processes and reduce costs by 6-8%

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024

2 years

Global Procurement Director

Hovione

Directed global category procurement for indirect materials and CAPEX
Led cross-functional teams across international operations (Portugal, USA, China, Ireland, and Macau)
Developing and implementation of risk management strategies

Jan 2018 - Dec 2023

6 years

CAPEX Procurement Director

Teijin Aramid

Spearheaded a €250 million CAPEX procurement project, building and mentoring a high-performing 15-person procurement team
Forged strategic sourcing partnerships between Japan and the EU, driving procurement excellence across multiple Teijin Group European subsidiaries

Jan 2012 - Dec 2017

6 years

Head of CAPEX & MRO Procurement

Teijin Aramid

Jan 2008 - Dec 2011

4 years

Senior Procurement Manager

Jan 2001 - Dec 2008

8 years

Sourcing Manager

Jan 1998 - Dec 2001

4 years

Purchasing Manager

Jan 1994 - Dec 1998

5 years

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Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (13 years), Chemical (12 years), Pharmaceutical (3 years), and Energy (1 year).

Manufacturing

Chemical

Pharmaceutical

Energy

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Procurement (32 years) and Strategy (1 year).

Procurement

Strategy

Summary

With over 30 years of expertise in strategic procurement and major focus on CAPEX project procurement, Boris Fenneman brings a wealth of experience to complex capital expenditure challenges. Boris specialises in delivering end-to-end procurement strategies that drive efficiency and value across manufacturing, chemical process industry, machinery & equipment, Pharma and digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Capital Project Management: Successfully Managed Multi-million Euro´s Capex Procurement Cycles With Meticulous Planning, Budgeting, And Risk Assessment Protocols For Long-term Asset Acquisition.
Cross-functional Leadership: Led Diverse Teams In Procurement Of Machinery, Plant Equipment, And Technology Investments, Ensuring Alignment With Technical Specifications And Business Objectives. Recent Achievement: Orchestrated Procurement For Pharma Capex Projects On Three Continents, With A Total Investment Cost (Tic) Of 350m In Equipment And Services Whilst Maintaining Budget Constraints And Critical Timelines.
Value Optimisation: Delivered Consistent Cost Optimisation And Superior Vendor Selection Processes That Maximise Lifecycle Value In Capital Projects.

Languages

English

Advanced

Dutch

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2018 - Jun 2020

University of Groningen

Master of Science, International Business & Management · International Business & Management · Groningen, Netherlands

Oct 2011 - Jun 2013

Cranfield University

Master of Science, Logistics & Supply Chain Management · Logistics & Supply Chain Management · Cranfield, United Kingdom

Oct 2009 - Jun 2011

University of Applied Sciences, Groningen

Post graduate, Business Administration · Business Administration · Groningen, Netherlands

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Created

August 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Boris based?

Boris is based in Lisbon, Portugal and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Boris speak?

Boris speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Dutch (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Boris have?

Boris has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Boris has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months. Note that Boris may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Boris be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Boris would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director, Global Head of Procurement, Global Procurement Director.

What is Boris's latest experience?

Boris's most recent position is Managing Director at Sourcify Solutions.

What companies has Boris worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Boris has worked for Sourcify Solutions, Hovione, and Teijin Aramid.

Which industries is Boris most experienced in?

Boris is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical. Boris also has some experience in Energy.

Which business areas is Boris most experienced in?

Boris is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Strategy and Planning.

Which industries has Boris worked in recently?

Boris has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas has Boris worked in recently?

Boris has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Strategy and Planning.

What is Boris's education?

Boris holds a Master in International Business & Management from University of Groningen, a Master in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from Cranfield University and a Bachelor in Business Administration from University of Applied Sciences, Groningen.

What is the availability of Boris?

Boris is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Boris?

Boris's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.