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Michaël FABIAN

Sales Leader | International Markets Expert | Building High-Performing Teams | Ex-TripAdvisor | Ex-Autodeskㅤ

Leadership Excellence
Strategic Sales Execution
Cross-Cultural Proficiency
Data-Driven Optimization
Adaptability
Michaël FABIAN
36 years old
Barcelona, Spain
Professional Status
Unemployed
Available
About Me
Dynamic and results-driven sales leader with over 8 years of experience in driving revenue growth, managing cross-cultural teams across Europe, and developing scalable sales strategies. I specialize in account-based management, team coaching, and delivering strategic results in competitive markets. My leadership philosophy is rooted in data-driven strategies and a strong focus on individual and team development, ensuring sustainable success for the organizations I serve.

Passionate about refining sales processes and maximizing team achievements, I am proud to have built a legacy of success, with several employees continuing to apply the knowledge and methodologies I shared with them. Colleagues often highlight my ability to lead by example, foster collaboration, and empower others to reach their full potential.

After a proven track record in team and people management, I am now seeking a senior managerial role with significant growth opportunities. I am particularly interested in positions with expanded responsibilities, whether in scope, strategic impact, or market influence.



My Favorite Quote:
"C’est à la fin du bal qu’on paie les musiciens."
This means: "The game isn't over until the final out." For me, sales is not a sprint but a marathon. Success comes from staying focused and committed from day one until the very last minute of the month or quarter. That’s the mindset that drives consistent results!
  • Sales Manager - AEC | Benelux, DACH, CHS, and Poland
    Dec 2023 - Sept 2024 · 10 mos

    Led and developed a team of Account Executives across the Benelux, DACH, CHS, and Poland territories within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.

    ➡️ Expanded scope to include the Benelux region
    ➡️ Supported the team in developing skills for strategic roles through account-based management
    ✅ Successfully built cultural expertise in these diverse markets
    ✅ Completed the "Selling to C-Level" program with success
  • Sales Manager - AEC | France & Nordics
    Mar 2023 - Nov 2023 · 9 mos

    Managed a team of Account Executives covering the Nordics and France within the AEC industry.

    ➡️ Onboarded new hires to contribute to FY24 team performance
    ➡️ Adapted quickly to managing new teams and territories, fostering connections with key stakeholders
    ✅ Successfully transitioned between teams, developing cultural expertise in these regions
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  • Sales Manager | France & Italy
    Aug 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Led a team of Inside Sales Representatives for the French and Italian markets.

    ➡️ Unified and managed three different teams into a cohesive unit
    ➡️ Coached UK and Milan-based Italian reps, supporting performance improvements
    ➡️ Enhanced Salesforce processes in collaboration with the SalesOps team
    ➡️ Implemented remote work and flexible hours with measurable success
    ✅ Successfully managed 11 Inside Sales Reps and 1 Team Leader
    ✅ Hired 9 reps for French and Italian teams.
    ✅ Maintained excellent results during the pandemic (FY21: 127% vs target)
    ✅ Gained in-depth knowledge of the Italian market, including cultural and operational nuances
  • Sales Manager | France
    Sep 2019 - Aug 2020 · 1 yr

    Oversaw a team of Inside Sales Representatives dedicated to the Southern French market. I was responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and managing team performance, ensuring alignment with market priorities and company goals.

    ➡️ Conducted career development planning, performance reviews, and productivity coaching
    ➡️ Designed and implemented monitoring systems for key metrics such as pipeline status, conversion rates, and call statistics
    ➡️ Organized effective routines, including:
    ㅤ- Weekly team meetings focusing on results, forecasts, and motivational activities
    ㅤ- Weekly one-on-ones to address individual performance and set clear objectives
    ✅ Successfully managed 8 Inside Sales Representatives without a team leader
    ✅ Recruited and onboarded 10 representatives for both Northern and Southern regions
    ✅ Achieved a team performance rate of 117% within six months
  • Inside Sales Representative | France
    Sep 2018 - Aug 2019 · 1 yr

    Focused on developing restaurant partnerships in France through proactive prospecting and targeted outreach.

    ➡️ Built relationships with decision-makers via cold calling and email marketing
    ➡️ Opened new market territories, including Clermont-Ferrand, Grenoble, and Saint-Étienne
    ✅ Top performer in France for 11 consecutive months, consistently surpassing targets by 35%
    ✅ Played a pivotal role in organizing the inaugural "TheFork Awards," connecting with Michelin-starred chefs
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  • Account Executive | DACH

    Specialized in converting leads into active users, ensuring a seamless onboarding process and maintaining high engagement rates.

    ➡️ Developed expertise in financial markets to better align solutions with client needs
    ✅ Exceeded monthly and annual targets consistently through disciplined sales strategies
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  • Brand Ambassador

    Volunteered at the family-owned vineyard, combining promotional activities with hands-on vineyard management.

    ➡️ Hosted guided tours for French, British, and German visitors, showcasing the estate’s history and values
    ➡️ Managed social media campaigns to strengthen the vineyard’s brand image
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  • Sales & Marketing Manager | AMER & EMEA
    Jan 2016 - Jun 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Supervised a team covering EMEA markets while organizing prestigious events.

    ➡️ Managed PR, communication, and business development for Andreas Larsson (World’s Best Sommelier 2007).
    ✅ Directed wine selection for the Cité du Vin wine cellar under a committee chaired by Michel Rolland
  • Sales Executive | AMER & EMEA
    Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 · 3 yrs

    Organized wine-tasting events and spearheaded digital content campaigns.

    ➡️ Expanded partnerships into new regions, including Greece, Hungary, South Africa and USA
  • Sales Executive | DACH
    Feb 2013 - Dec 2013 · 11 mos

    Collaborated with wineries and wine unions to enhance their digital presence and organize events.
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  • Export Assistant (Internship) | DACH

    Identified potential wine traders and importers in Germany and Austria.
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  • Export Logistics Coordinator (Apprenticeship) | China

    Coordinated full-container shipments from France to Shanghai.

    ➡️ Provided FCL/LCL quotations for French and Chinese clients
    ✅ Coordinated shipments and resolved logistical challenges
    ✅ Gained practical experience in international wine logistics
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  • Logistics Assistant (Internship) | DACH

    Assisted in providing logistics solutions for German and Austrian clients importing and exporting wine.
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Skills

Tools and Software

  • Salesforce
    Extensive experience, including integrations with Scratchpad.
    Advanced
  • Altify
    Good
  • Outreach
    Good
  • Gong
    Advanced
  • Power BI
    Advanced
  • Tableau
    Good
  • Google Workspace
    Expert
  • Microsoft 365 (Outlook)
    Expert
  • Slack
    Expert
  • Microsoft Teams (Copilot)
    Advanced
  • Zoom
    Expert
  • Bluejeans
    Expert
  • Mural
    Advanced
  • ChatGPT
    Advanced

Professional Skills

  • Leadership and team management
    Advanced
  • Strategic thinking and market analysis
    Advanced
  • Sales coaching and enablement
    Advanced
  • Project management
    Advanced
  • Exceeding sales targets
    Expert
  • Communication (oral and written)
    Advanced
  • Public relations and marketing strategy
    Advanced
  • Organization and process optimization
    Expert
  • Shadowing and mentorship
    Advanced
  • Cultural expertise in various regions
    Advanced
  • Account-based management
    Advanced

Technical Skills

  • SaaS
    (Software as a Service)
    Advanced
  • Sales metrics analysis
    Advanced
  • Sales processes and enablement
    Advanced
  • Data visualization and business intelligence
    Advanced
  • Marketing automation
    Good
  • AI-driven tools and automation
    Advanced

Personal Skills

  • Analytical skills
    Advanced
  • Adaptability to diverse markets and teams
    Advanced
  • Cross-cultural communication
    Advanced
  • Interpersonal and coaching skills
    Advanced
Languages
  • French
    Expert
    Native
  • English
    Advanced
    Fluent
  • German
    Advanced
    Bilingual
  • Spanish
    Intermediate
    Elementary

WiSP (Wine & Spirit Campus)

WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines

2015
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KEDGE Business School

MSc International Business

September 2010 to June 2012
Elective course: Operations Management (Focus on Wine Industry)
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Université de Bordeaux

Bachelor's degree, Business and Marketing Techniques

September 2007 to June 2010
Completed third year as part of a professional apprenticeship, combining academic coursework with hands-on experience in the field.
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Lycée Pape Clément

French Baccalaureate in Economics and Social Sciences (ES)

September 2004 to July 2007
Completed European Section (German), a bilingual program combining advanced German language studies with history and geography taught in German.
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Certifications

4DX - The 4 Disciplines of Execution

delivered in July 2023

Selling to C Level

delivered in April 2024
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