Wilfred Buijs appointed COO of Royal Smit & Zoon
Wilfred Buijs has been appointed chief operating officer of Royal Smit & Zoon, succeeding René Weltevrede, who retired after more than 40 years in the leather industry, including two decades with the company.
Mr Buijs, who previously held senior roles at Kemira and Lanxess, has completed a global induction, visiting operations in China, India and Europe. Discussions with regional teams and partners provided insight into operational challenges, opportunities and the importance of collaboration across the value chain.
Acknowledging Mr Weltevrede’s legacy of trust, consistency and dedication, Mr Buijs said his focus will be on driving performance, making targeted strategic decisions and strengthening collaboration across the company’s global network.
