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Education
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Youssef ABDOUN

Youssef ABDOUN

Summary

International Business Development Manager with 7+ years of experience in industrial B2B environments, specializing in OEM, export operations, and strategic account management.

Experience built within Cummins, a global leader in industrial engines and off-highway power systems; through a European Graduate Program, followed by a commercial role within Phosphea (Roullier Group), driving business development across the Middle East (GCC).

Strong expertise in OEM key account management, complex sales cycles, contract negotiation, export operations (Incoterms), and supply chain coordination across industrial sectors including off-highway, agro-industry, and energy.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

International Sales Manager – Middle East (GCC)

Groupe Roullier
Saint-Malo
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed strategic industrial accounts and developed distributor network to enhance market presence
  • Developed B2B industrial sales strategy in agro-industrial markets, driving customer engagement
  • International contract negotiation, pricing strategy and commercial terms
  • Full export cycle management (Incoterms, logistics, compliance)
  • Cross-functional coordination (supply chain, finance, technical, regulatory, legal)
  • CRM pipeline management and reporting
  • Highlighted key sales achievements that contributed to overall business growth

Strategic product portfolio expansion across the GCC

  • +30% revenue growth opportunity in Saudi Arabia (~$4M+ potential annual business)
  • GCC business development (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait)

European Marketing & Sales Development Program (Graduate Program)

Cummins Inc.
Lyon (Remote)
09.2021 - 12.2023

Rotational program across Sales, Marketing and Customer Operations in industrial engine and off-highway equipment markets :

Business Development – Off-Highway

  • Market analysis (agriculture, construction, industrial machinery)
  • Strategic use of internal, external, and historical market data to identify, segment, and prioritize future Off-Highway business opportunities across Europe
  • Identification of OEM opportunities and new business segments
  • Exposure to energy transition and alternative power solutions

Key achievements:

  • Identified and supported multi-million-dollars OEM project opportunities across off-highway and industrial markets including material handling, forestry, cranes, construction equipment, and heavy-duty engine applications.

Account Specialist – OEM Key Account (Volvo Trucks)

  • OEM key account management (industrial engine supply program, $18M+ commercial portfolio)
  • Management of complex B2B industrial sales cycles
  • Cross-functional coordination (engineering, supply chain, finance, quality, legal)
  • Product lifecycle management (phase-in / phase-out, PPAP, EDI)
  • Contract negotiation support and pricing adjustments
  • KPI monitoring (warranty, payment, service level performance)

Logistics Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Cummins Filtration
Quimper
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Logistics coordination: transport flows, delivery timelines, and product availability.
  • Analyzed inventory and optimized stock levels for improved inventory control.
  • Contributed to demand forecasting and planning to align supply with market needs.
  • Monitoring and analysis of logistics KPIs (service level, availability, lead times).
  • Backorder management and supply chain disruption tracking.
  • Supported supply chain teams in initiatives to enhance operational performance.

Customer Service & Demand Analyst

Cummins Filtration
Quimper
09.2019 - 09.2021
  • Executed demand planning and forecasting within supply chain, enhancing accuracy of inventory levels and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed OEM portfolio for industrial customers (Scania, DAF, Liebherr, Volvo & Deutz), ensuring alignment with customer needs and strategic goals.
  • Facilitated customer-supplier interface in production, logistics, and planning, streamlining communication and improving coordination.
  • Claims management, disputes and product lifecycle coordination

Education

Master’s Degree - Supply Chain Management

ESLI
Redon

Bachelor - Supply Chain Management

South East Technological University
Carlow

DUT Business Administration -

Toulouse III
Tarbes, France

Mechanical Engineering Studies -

École Nationale D'Ingénieurs De Tarbes (ENIT)
Tarbes, France

Skills

Core Commercial & Business Development

  • International sales
  • OEM Key Account Management
  • B2B sales management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Pricing Strategy

Export & International Operations

  • Export operations
  • Incoterms
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Demand Planning

Strategic & Analytical Skills

  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Marketing Intelligence
  • Prospecting & Business Development

Cross-functional & Stakeholder Management

  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Customer management

Tools & Systems

  • CRM systems

Certification

  • Product Knowledge Training – Cummins:
    Engine disassembly & reassembly, diagnostics, and product performance expertise
  • Project Management Certification – Cummins:
    OEM program execution, industrial project coordination, risk assessment, and timeline management
  • Leadership & Crisis Management – Saint-Cyr Coëtquidan Military Academy:
    Leadership under pressure, crisis decision-making, and team coordination in complex environments
  • Corporate Engagement & DE&I Initiatives – Cummins Europe:
    Supported pan-European employee engagement, diversity initiatives, and internal communications programs

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel
  • Football
  • Tennis
  • Culture
  • Opera

Languages

  • French, Fluent
  • English, Fluent
  • Arabic, Fluent
  • Spanish, Intermediate

Timeline

International Sales Manager – Middle East (GCC)

Groupe Roullier
01.2024 - Current

European Marketing & Sales Development Program (Graduate Program)

Cummins Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2023

Customer Service & Demand Analyst

Cummins Filtration
09.2019 - 09.2021

Logistics Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Cummins Filtration
09.2017 - 09.2019

Master’s Degree - Supply Chain Management

ESLI

Bachelor - Supply Chain Management

South East Technological University

DUT Business Administration -

Toulouse III

Mechanical Engineering Studies -

École Nationale D'Ingénieurs De Tarbes (ENIT)
Youssef ABDOUN