Eric
COO/Managing Director - France - iCEO #13219

Experience

I am an accomplished Director with an extensive experience in management of Business units for multinational companies. I have a wide network of senior contacts, and the ability to think in three different languages.

Major Achievements

As Commercial Director, I re-defined the strategy of three business units and generated € 35 M revenue in an unstable economy. Developed a self-directed management team to implement progressive changes (250 people managed). I increased the New Business by 165 % over the budget. Successfully set up new business which generated € 13 M per year. I decreased the receivable days from 58 to 36 days. Launched a new activity with the board of Directors generated new revenue professional services. Retained the strong working relationships over years with the existing client portfolio by renegotiating annual contracts ; I have performed the budget by 165%, € 20M . I increased and managed the Company’s Turnover € 137M per year. Increased new business revenue by 300% per year as Key Account Manager.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Electronics

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Telecommunications

Professional Objectives

Function: Managing director, Country manager

Sector: IT, Logistics, leisure, Energy, Finance, printer, transport, distribution.

Interim Manager: No

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: London, Paris

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

France

UK

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Expert)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)