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Marion Durand

Marion Durand

Aix-en-Provence,France

Summary

Senior commercial executive with 20 years of experience across aerospace, industrial, consumer and retail supply chains within leading global logistics organisations.

Expert in global and regional sales strategy, sector growth and strategic account leadership, with a strong track record in driving double-digit revenue growth, expanding multinational customer portfolios, and delivering end-to-end and 4PL supply chain solutions.

Recognised for building executive partnerships, leading high-performing teams and managing complex negotiations in international matrix environments, combining strong commercial acumen with deep operational understanding to drive sustainable, customer-centric growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Global Account Management Director Consumer Retail

CEVA LOGISTICS
Marseille, France
2025.09 - Current
  • Managed and developed key strategic accounts within the Consumer & Retail sector, driving account performance, retention and long-term growth
  • Designed and implemented end-to-end supply chain solutions and projects (including innovation and sustainability initiatives) supporting account expansion through tailored solution development and customer engagement
  • Acted as primary interface for senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment between commercial strategy, contractual commitments and operational execution across complex geographies
  • Monitored and drove account performance and profitability, implementing KPI-based governance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Coordinated global and regional teams to sustain strong performance despite market volatility

Key impact:

  • Maintained strategic LSP positioning across transport and contract logistics categories within a competitive environment
  • Delivered high-impact, customer-centric solutions in high-volume, performance-driven supply chain environments
  • Expanded account scope across multiple regions and logistics services, supporting revenue growth and strengthening long-term partnerships
  • Implemented value-added initiatives improving service levels, operational performance and customer satisfaction

Corporate Account Director Industrial Sector

DB Schenker
Aix en Provence, France
2021.04 - 2025.09

Lead one of Top 3 global corporate accounts Industrial sector, covering all DB Schenker services.

  • Define and deploy global account strategy to drive growth, retention, and account penetration
  • Delivered account growth (double digit) and strong retention across global operations on Air, FCL, LCL, Road and Contract Logistics
  • Orchestrated cross-regional sales initiatives, aligning global commercial strategy to enhance market presence.
  • Act as executive sponsor for multinational customer relationships across multiple regions
  • Led contract negotiations and executive business reviews, establishing performance governance to improve accountability.
  • Ensure customer profitability through close coordination with operations and leadership teams
  • Strengthened executive relationships and governance frameworks
  • Manage and develop account management teams (direct and indirect reporting lines)

Key Impact:

  • Became TOP1 Strategic LSP
  • Delivered customer-centric solutions in high-volume, performance-driven environments
  • Expanded account scope across multiple regions and logistics services

Global Account Manager, Aerospace & Defence

GEODIS
Paris, France
2015.07 - 2021.03

Lead and develop Global Defence Strategic Account, marking transition from national to global account leadership

  • Defined and executed global account strategies aligned with Aerospace & Defence sector growth and positioning
  • Led end-to-end orchestration of supply chain solutions in 4PL environment, coordinating multiple logistics providers, internal teams, and customer stakeholders across regions
  • Designed and implemented integrated, value-added solutions covering road transport and spare parts management.

Key impact

  • Positioned GEODIS as strategic 4PL partner, managing complex, multi-actor supply chain ecosystems
  • Transitioned from transactional logistics to integrated, end-to-end supply chain management, enhancing customer value and engagement
  • Established strong executive-level relationships, supporting long-term strategic partnerships

National Key Account Manager Contract Logistics

Kuehne+Nagel
Paris, France
2009.04 - 2015.06
  • Built strong foundations in 3PL logistics, covering contract logistics and value-added services within Aerospace & Defence, Industrial and High tech sectors
  • Developed and managed key accounts at national level, supporting business growth and customer retention
  • Contributed to account strategy alongside Global Key Account Managers, ensuring alignment between local execution and global objectives

Consultant

Forizons (Square management)
Paris, France
2007.09 - 2009.03
  • Led process improvement, lean initiatives and business transformation programmes
  • Supported strategic decision-making through analysis, cost optimisation and operational redesign
  • Built strong strategic and analytical capabilities

Logistics Manager

Airbus Helicopter
Marignane, Hong Kong, Beijing, France, Hong Kong and RP China
2004.09 - 2007.08
  • Setup and optimisation of regional pare parts distribution centre serving APAC Aerospace customers
  • Designed and implemented logistics flows, operational processes, and cost optimisation initiatives
  • Managed customer interactions across international markets, maintaining high service quality and responsiveness in critical environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Logistics and Supply Chain management

University of Huddersfield
United Kingdom
2005.01 - 2006.01

University Degree - European Marketing Management

University of Aix - Marseille
France
2005.01 - 2006.01

Technology Degree - Logistics and Transport Management

University of Aix-Marseille, Institute of technology of Aix
France
2002.01 - 2004.01

Skills

  • Global and Regional Sales Strategy & Sector Growth
  • Account leadership
  • Account Management
  • Customer Revenue Growth, Retention & Expansion
  • Performance and Profitability Management
  • Complex Negotiation & Contract Management
  • Tender Leadership (RFQ / RFP – Multi-country and modes)
  • C-level stakeholder engagement
  • Continuous Improvements and Added Value Projects
  • Commercial Team Leadership & Development
  • Executive Stakeholder Engagement (C-Level / Procurement)
  • Supply chain solutions
  • Cross-functional leadership

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Native

Affiliations

  • Skiing and hiking. Private Pilot Licence – Plane 2005

Certification

French Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) 2004

- Road Freight Transport,

- Passenger Transport Operations,

- Freight Forwarding & Logistics Operations,

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Global Account Management Director Consumer Retail

CEVA LOGISTICS
2025.09 - Current

Corporate Account Director Industrial Sector

DB Schenker
2021.04 - 2025.09

Global Account Manager, Aerospace & Defence

GEODIS
2015.07 - 2021.03

National Key Account Manager Contract Logistics

Kuehne+Nagel
2009.04 - 2015.06

Consultant

Forizons (Square management)
2007.09 - 2009.03

Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Logistics and Supply Chain management

University of Huddersfield
2005.01 - 2006.01

University Degree - European Marketing Management

University of Aix - Marseille
2005.01 - 2006.01

Logistics Manager

Airbus Helicopter
2004.09 - 2007.08

Technology Degree - Logistics and Transport Management

University of Aix-Marseille, Institute of technology of Aix
2002.01 - 2004.01
Marion Durand