Reverse Logistics Association

Ernst Klaassen, EMEA Reverse Logistics Manager, Sun Microsystems

Panelist - Reverse Logistics Conference & Expo

Ernst Klaassen

Panelist - "Efficient Returns Management" - Amsterdam 2009

Panelist - "Panel Discussion: Challenges and Compliance with Cross Border Commerce" - Amsterdam 2009


Ernst Klaassen is the EMEA reverse logistics manager at SUN Microsystems. In that role he manages current return processes within EMEA, accountable for the (re)design, development and implementation of a low touch, low cost, high velocity (reverse) supply chain for the dispositioning and processing of returned, retired(end-of-life) and excess equipment. Fpoc for Sun, 3PL and customers for any reverse logistics issues. Managing Sun's asset recover partner to ensure material will be disposed in an environmental friendly manner (WEEE) and material won't show up on the grey market. He has also served as Global Reverse Logistics Manager, Progect Manager (Supply Chain), CSR, Order Manager & Logistics Supply Manager at SUN Microsystems.

Past RLA Participation:

Panelist - WEEE & RoHS Impact on OEM's & 3PSPs - Amsterdam 2008