Henk Berkhof - Ambassador

Q: Where is Henk based?

Henk is based in Rosmalen, Netherlands and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Henk speak?

Henk speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Henk have?

Henk has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Henk has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months . Note that Henk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Henk's latest experience?

Henk's most recent position is Ambassador at IBIS Worldwide .

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

In recent years, Henk has worked for IBIS Worldwide , Body Repair Solutions Europe B.V. , AutoTech Alliantie B.V. , Berkhof Automotive Solutions B.V. , and Rivian .

Q: Which industries is Henk most experienced in?

Henk is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Henk most experienced in?

Henk is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Procurement and Purchasing , and Supply Chain Management . Henk also has some experience in Strategy and Planning , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has Henk worked in recently?

Henk has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Henk worked in recently?

Henk has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Strategy and Planning , and Customer Service .

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Rosmalen, Netherlands

Experience

Feb 2025 - Present

1 year 1 month

Ambassador

IBIS Worldwide

IBIS 2025 is all about "Shaping the Future: Leadership Through Collaboration." With rapid advancements in technology, sustainability demands, and evolving consumer expectations, our industry must come together to drive meaningful change.
Contribute to high-impact event content, foster key connections, and promote thought leadership across the sector.

Nov 2024 - Present

1 year 4 months

Co-founder and CEO

Body Repair Solutions Europe B.V.

Lead a company dedicated to supporting OEMs, large fleet owners, leasing companies, insurance providers, and collision repair chains in building and managing their collision programs.
Focus on innovation, sustainability, and excellence to transform collision program management and create lasting value across the industry.

Aug 2024 - Jul 2025

1 year

Director Operations (A.I.)

AutoTech Alliantie B.V.

Responsible for daily operations.
Lead the transition from start up to scale up.
Develop and implement an overall strategy for the association, including people, finance, marketing, and operational excellence.

Feb 2024 - Aug 2024

7 months

Strategic Advisor

AutoTech Alliantie B.V.

Serve as an independent strategic advisor, shaping AutoTech Alliance strategies and supporting growth and innovation objectives.

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

Founder and CEO

Berkhof Automotive Solutions B.V.

Offer expert advice, guidance and solutions to companies and organizations in the value chain of aftersales and collision repair in the automotive industry.
Help customers improve performance, solve problems, make informed decisions and achieve their goals.

Jul 2021 - Nov 2024

3 years 5 months

Senior Manager, Collision Repair Network EU

Rivian

Build the program, strategy and network of third-party collision centers to support the EU launch of Rivian vehicles.
Develop program standards, performance management, training, and provide operational and technical support.
Manage three direct reports and plan expansion to support future growth based on proposed organizational structure.

May 2020 - Jun 2021

1 year 2 months

Manager, Body Repair Business EMEA

Tesla

Oversee the body and paint business within Tesla EMEA, including a network of certified repairers.
Implement body repair in service initiatives (smart repair, glass repair, pre-painted parts).
Expand business with a paint facility and open the first Tesla Body Repair Center in the region.
Build business strategy, reorganize the business, and identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational excellence, and new revenue streams.
Build and lead an organization of over 50 employees.

May 2014 - May 2020

6 years 1 month

Manager, Body Repair Program EMEA

Tesla

Develop program strategy and build a network of certified body shops in the EMEA region.
Expand the network from 12 to over 300 certified repairers in 22 markets, achieving €40 million in revenue in 2019.
Manage network growth, maintenance, auditing, strategy, training, repair processes, tooling, and equipment.
Lead an organization of fewer than 10 employees.

Jul 2013 - Apr 2014

10 months

Parts Manager

Tesla

Start up and build out Service Center parts departments and processes for new locations in Tilburg, Amsterdam, The Hague, Duiven, and Brussels.
Develop and implement operational processes to ensure efficient and lean working environments.

Dec 2007 - Dec 2012

5 years 1 month

Parts Manager

Van den Berg Autogroep

Jun 2007 - Nov 2007

6 months

Parts Manager

Autobedrijf Kardol

Mar 2002 - May 2007

5 years 3 months

Parts Manager

Nefkens Brabant

Aug 2000 - Mar 2002

1 year 8 months

Service Advisor Back Office

Autoparc / De Ster BV

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 Automotive (25 years) and Professional Services (1 year).

Automotive

Professional Services

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 Operations (14 years), Procurement (11.5 years), Supply Chain Management (11.5 years), Strategy (9 years), Quality Assurance (6 years), and Customer Service (3.5 years).

Operations

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Strategy

Quality Assurance

Customer Service

Summary

Experienced Senior Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry.

Strong professional in Automotive Aftersales with a specialization in Collision Repair.

Skilled in change management, operations management, coaching, building teams and business development.

Skills

Coaching & People Development
Business Development
Operations Management
Process Development
Strategic Planning
Change Management

Languages

Dutch

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 1997 - Jun 1999

GOC Veenendaal

Graphic Craftsmanship · Veenendaal, Netherlands

Sep 1993 - Feb 1994

MTS 's-Hertogenbosch

Automotive Engineering · 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands

Sep 1988 - Jun 1993

St. Jans Lyceum

D-level diploma · MAVO · 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands

Certifications & licenses

Lean Black Belt

LinkedIn Learning

Lean Green Belt

LinkedIn Learning

Lean White Belt

Leandirect BV

Lean Yellow Belt

Leandirect BV

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Henk based?

Henk is based in Rosmalen, Netherlands and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Henk speak?

Henk speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Henk have?

Henk has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Henk has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months. Note that Henk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Henk be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Henk would be well-suited for roles such as: Ambassador, Co-founder and CEO, Director Operations (A.I.).

What is Henk's latest experience?

Henk's most recent position is Ambassador at IBIS Worldwide.

What companies has Henk worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Henk has worked for IBIS Worldwide, Body Repair Solutions Europe B.V., AutoTech Alliantie B.V., Berkhof Automotive Solutions B.V., and Rivian.

Which industries is Henk most experienced in?

Henk is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Henk most experienced in?

Henk is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Procurement and Purchasing, and Supply Chain Management. Henk also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Quality Assurance (QA), and Customer Service.

Which industries has Henk worked in recently?

Henk has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Henk worked in recently?

Henk has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Strategy and Planning, and Customer Service.

What is Henk's education?

Henk holds a Bachelor in Automotive Engineering from MTS 's-Hertogenbosch.

Does Henk have any certificates?

Henk has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Lean Black Belt, Lean Green Belt, and Lean White Belt.

What is the availability of Henk?

Henk is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Henk?

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