Insiders : Astrid de Kok
“You really get the trust of the team here.”
Astrid was one of the first women to join the office staff at ALWECO, and she has certainly proven herself. She started in 2018 in the purchasing and logistics department, and now works with a lot of responsibility. She also handles some marketing tasks, such as social media. “ALWECO is truly a great company to work for,” says Astrid. “Everyone is there for each other.”
Before ALWECO, Astrid worked in a butcher shop. “Yes, it was a lot of fun,” Astrid says enthusiastically. “But it was time for something new. A friend forwarded me the job posting at ALWECO, and the informal atmosphere appealed to me. I didn’t know what to expect, but it was interesting enough to give it a try.”
Great atmosphere
Traditionally, ALWECO has been a male-dominated company, but Astrid feels right at home. “It’s wonderful that everyone is so direct here,” she laughs. “Yes, you can just say what you think, and I appreciate that. At the same time, people are really there for you; you are seen and the team thinks along if you have something going on in your personal life. That, combined with the great atmosphere, makes this a fantastic company to work for.”
Independent within a team
“My role is very versatile, with a lot of responsibility,” Astrid continues. “From creating quotes to handling small transactions, from sales support to social media, I get involved in a variety of tasks. It keeps things challenging. It’s nice that I have a lot of responsibility and independence, but at the same time, you are part of a team that always thinks along with you, making it the ideal situation for me.”
Unexpectedly in France
Work at ALWECO can also take unexpected turns. “Recently, some parts needed to be delivered to a project in France,” Astrid recalls. “They asked if I’d be interested in driving. So suddenly, I found myself in France! It was really nice to be on the project site for a change. It’s great that such opportunities exist here and that you get that kind of trust. Along with the friendly atmosphere, ALWECO truly is a wonderful place to work.”