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Florent Dessaint

Florent Dessaint

Hallennes Lez Haubourdin,Rue Simons

Summary

Highly motivated and result-oriented business developer, possessing a keen ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages, building strong interpersonal connections. Dedication to identifying opportunities and delivering results sets apart in the field of business development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Executive

CircularX
01.2024 - Current

Showcasing a SaaS platform enabling the launch and management of buyback programs for brands and distributors.

  • Identification of new opportunities around the second life of products in the High Tech, Leisure, and Luxury sectors.
  • Construction and implementation of multilingual and omnichannel commercial prospecting plans, including approx. 30 outbound calls per day, 30 mails and follow ups, and countless touchpoints via Linkedin and social networks.
  • Participation in various events and trade shows in Europe.

Business Developer Marketplace

La Redoute
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Research and recruitment of new sellers for the marketplace, with a focus on categories such as Kidswear, Home, Sports, and High Tech.
  • Targeting prospects according to the targeted markets and La Redoute's selective policy. Approx 30 new sellers per category.
  • Responsible for the negotiated commission rate and conclusion of contracts.
  • Coordination with different internal business units (legal, technical) to ensure long lasting partnerships.

Business Developer

Origami Marketplace
04.2021 - 10.2022
  • Business development of a marketplace SaaS solutions for SMEs.
  • Implementation of lead acquisition strategy and commercial follow-ups (Hubspot, Waalaxy).
  • Streamlined internal processes to increase efficiency and productivity within the business development team.
  • Negotiated, prepared, and signed contracts with clients.

Business Developer

Mapwize
10.2017 - 04.2021
  • Business Development of a SaaS solution for in-store Data Viz, facility management and indoor navigation.
  • Coaching and management of new SDRs and business developers.
  • Handled calls , demos and webinars in French, English, and Dutch.
  • Participated in trade shows in France, Europe and Northern America.

Supervisor

Armatis LC
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Managing & coaching a team of 20 advisors
  • KPI monitoring and weekly reporting in EN, NL

Education

Erasmus Stay, 2013 - Applied Linguistics Dutch, German, English

Erasmushogeschool Brussel
Brussels

Bachelor's Degree, 2014 - Applied Linguistics English, German

Artois University

Master 2 - International Sales And Negotiations

Lille III University
01-2016

Skills

  • Autonomous work
  • CRM tools (Salesforce, Zoho, Pipedrive)
  • Sales presentations
  • Relationship building
  • Team collaboration
  • Product demonstrations

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Upper intermediate (B2)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)

Additional Information

  • Sports (fitness, handball rowing)
  • Paintball, VR games
  • Video games


Timeline

Business Development Executive

CircularX
01.2024 - Current

Business Developer Marketplace

La Redoute
10.2022 - 01.2024

Business Developer

Origami Marketplace
04.2021 - 10.2022

Business Developer

Mapwize
10.2017 - 04.2021

Supervisor

Armatis LC
10.2016 - 10.2017

Erasmus Stay, 2013 - Applied Linguistics Dutch, German, English

Erasmushogeschool Brussel

Bachelor's Degree, 2014 - Applied Linguistics English, German

Artois University

Master 2 - International Sales And Negotiations

Lille III University
Florent Dessaint