Kurt Bergmans

"Head of Global IT Service Operations, BP PLC

• Senior executive with over 20 years in international IT management, with roles ranging from COO to global programme director and currently Head of global IT Service Operations at BP.
• Successful track record in managing global clients with a revenue of over €80 million annually
• Vast experience in service delivery, service management and service improvement for large international companies/multinationals
• Excellent client relationship skills with a good understanding of client needs and ability to translate these needs into solutions
• Proven people management skills with a focus on team building and motivating employees
• Excellent vendor and partner management skills
• Strong focus on building and managing cross-geographic and cross-cultural teams and programs
• Proven track record in reducing costs of running international programs as well as increasing program revenues
• In-depth knowledge of budgeting, pricing, planning, implementing and managing remote and onsite IT services for MNCs
• Vast experience in managing multi-million euro IT contracts for international clients including Shell, ExxonMobil, Baker Hughes, Merck, Malaysia Airlines, Deutsche Bank, Barclays, Credit Suisse, Johnson &Johnson, BASF, and Dell.
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