Marco Van Helden

Associate Partner

Sweden21 yrs 2 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 20 years in Contracting & Procurement leadership
Expert in global contracting strategies and supplier performance
Proven track record in cost savings and team building

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Real Estate and Supply Chain procurement.

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Skills

Core Skills

Facility Management (fm)Contract ManagementSupply Chain Management

Other Skills

NegotiationOil and Gas IndustryRisk ManagementPetroleumEnergyOperations ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementProcurementProject ManagementGasChange ManagementContract NegotiationProject PlanningManagement

About

I’m a strategic and results-driven Contracting & Procurement leader with over two decades of experience across Real Estate and Supply Chain industry. Serving as Global Category Manager RE FM, I specialize in developing and executing global contracting strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and delivering substantial cost savings. With a strong foundation in contract management, supplier consolidation, and stakeholder engagement, I’ve led transformative initiatives across EMEA and the Middle East, including the implementation of Integrated Facilities Management models and post-award contract governance, such as KPI’s and MI reporting. My international experience, including four years in Qatar, has shaped a global perspective and a collaborative approach to procurement excellence. I’m passionate about building high-performing teams, fostering strong relationships with internal and external partners, and driving continuous improvement. Recognized for resilience, creativity, and a learner mindset, I thrive in dynamic environments and am committed to delivering best-in-class solutions.

Experience

21 yrs 2 mos

Total Experience

6 yrs 11 mos

Average Tenure

3 mos

Current Experience

H&m

Global Procurement Strategist - Construction & Facilities

Jan 2026 – Present · 3 mos

Shell

5 roles

Category Manager

Jan 2023 – Dec 2025 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Accountable for Global Category Management of Facility Management services, ensuring compliance through effective Contract Management (including Performance management).
Leading the negotiations for new Enterprise Framework Agreements with our Integrated Facility Management suppliers in line with the Contracting Strategy 2025.
Implemented a Contract Strategy Governance model to achieve improved Post Award Contract Management globally, such as KPI development, Contract Management Plan, Quarterly Business Performance review agenda’s.
Built strong supplier and stakeholder relationships across the globe.

Facility Management (FM)NegotiationOil and Gas IndustryContract Management

Supply Chain Lead EMEA

Promoted

Jan 2018 – Dec 2022 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Core member of the Real Estate Global Contracting Strategy Project team, driving the implementation of a new commercial model and negotiation of new Enterprise Framework Agreements (Spend ~ USD 320M/year).
Responsible for implementing and managing the Integrated Facilities Management and Security categories across the EMEA with end-to-end accountability for strategy development, commercial processes, supplier management and post award contract management.
Worked closely with the Category Manager to ensure continuous improvements in the Facility Management Category.

Facility Management (FM)NegotiationOil and Gas IndustrySupply Chain Management