Careers after the MSc Sales & Business Development

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Business Development Director · Sales Director · Head of Key Accounts

Amazon

Boris Placzek
Senior Manager - EU Head of Key Account Management

“What are we looking for at Amazon? Curious, rigorous people, comfortable with data, unafraid to make decisions and own the results. We hand them the keys to a real Europe-wide scope very quickly - and with AI handling the heavy lifting on data, they can focus on the decisions that matter. That's what makes the experience as formative as it is stimulating.”

Danone

Monia Ankry
Talent Acquisition Manager - Talent Topline

“At Danone, we look above all for curious, ambitious and committed people who enjoy taking on challenges and making things happen. Initiative, teamwork and the ability to turn data into concrete action are real assets for success in our sales roles. And because we believe in the value of diverse backgrounds, there is no single ideal profile: what matters is your personality, your desire to learn and your ability to make a difference!”

Lactalis

Camille Maugein
Directrice Force de Vente

“At Lactalis, we place as much importance on personality and commitment as on academic skills. Involvement in an association, a student job or initial experience in consumer goods are all opportunities to demonstrate independence, a sense of responsibility and a taste for challenges. We seek people who combine analytical thinking, ambition and resilience while remaining down-to-earth, good listeners and solution-oriented. What makes the difference? Your personality, your commitment and your desire to learn and progress!”

Microsoft

Robin Defrêne
Account Executive - Public Sector

“At Microsoft, we seek curious, proactive people who want to learn and have a real interest in technology and artificial intelligence. A taste for challenges, the ability to persuade, take initiative and work in a team are essential in our sales roles. We also value solid business foundations, a good command of digital tools and English.”

L’Oréal

Antoine Douvier
Talent Acquisition Specialist – Sales
Campus Manager Kedge and IESEG

“At L’Oréal, we seek ambitious, dynamic and curious people who show a real desire to learn and are eager to take on our commercial challenges. The ability to analyse and interpret data, master disruptive tools such as AI, and understand the challenges of both in-store and online commerce is essential. We particularly value people interested in consumer goods, luxury or pharmaceuticals. Beyond technical skills, however, what makes the difference is our candidates’ potential: we value open-minded, resilient personalities who exercise sound judgement.”

Mantu

Jonas Guyot
Head of Campus & Partnerships

“At Mantu, being a Business Manager is above all about helping people! We seek people who enjoy building relationships, understanding their clients’ challenges and supporting consultants in their development. Empathy, listening and teamwork are just as essential as a taste for challenges and a results-driven mindset. We value people who are curious about consulting, technology and AI, who can step outside their comfort zone and bounce back when faced with difficulties.”

Hilti

Marion Dorigny
Talent Acquisition Specialist

“At Hilti, we look above all for potential: curious, bold people who can learn quickly. People who enjoy understanding business challenges, taking on demanding projects, using data and new technologies, as well as persuading, negotiating and building lasting relationships. We particularly value intellectual agility, perseverance and resilience. Because tomorrow’s business will be enhanced by technology while remaining deeply human, unconventional backgrounds and hybrid profiles combining business, sales and technical skills have a place at Hilti.”

Procter & Gamble

Clarence Escoffier
Responsable Force de Vente chez Procter & Gamble

“At Procter & Gamble, we offer the opportunity to develop your sales career within a major international group, working with iconic consumer brands. We seek people from business schools, engineering schools or international study programmes, ideally with some initial experience in a company. An internship with a major group or in retail is a real asset. What matters most? Your interest in business and your desire to grow in an international, stimulating and demanding environment!”

Air Liquide

Imad Alameddine
Directeur Performance Commerciale

“At Air Liquide, we seek people who combine rigour, curiosity and critical thinking to tackle high-value commercial challenges. Our approach to business is based on a detailed understanding of customer needs: beyond price, we negotiate a comprehensive solution covering all associated services and arrangements in industry, just as we value the human dimension in home healthcare. The presence of our teams and the relevance of their contribution make all the difference!”

Michael Page

François Rubin
Senior Manager

“At Michael Page, we look above all for curious, resilient, assertive people with a real commercial drive, who can take initiative and actively engage with clients. Beyond academic background, personality and experience make the difference. Career progression at Michael Page is far from one-size-fits-all. Employees are encouraged to shape their own path, with opportunities to grow into leadership, deepen sector expertise, expand commercial responsibilities or explore new functions across the wider Michael Page organisation”

Thales

“At Thales, we seek people who combine humility, adaptability, empathy, resilience and commitment, with a strong openness to other cultures. An engineering background or an interest in technology, particularly cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and software, is a real asset. A good command of French and English is essential in our international environment, with opportunities to travel across Europe. Certain roles, particularly in defence, may also require specific security clearances.”

Nestlé

Sandrine Viez
Responsable Marque Employeur & Relations Ecoles

Nicolas Szczurkowski
Directeur des Ventes Nestlé France

“At Nestlé, we look above all for curious, agile and human-centric colleagues who are driven to make a positive impact for our business, our people and our consumers. We value people who can see the bigger picture, make thoughtful decisions and adapt confidently to an evolving digital environment. Combined expertise in food and in health-related fields, such as nutrition, pharmacy, or veterinary medicine, can be an additional asset when joining some of our businesses.”

Pernod Ricard

Rémi Marsal
Head of Talent Acquisition

“At Pernod Ricard, we seek people who are passionate about business development and can combine a close connection to the field with business analysis and strategic vision. We value curious people who learn with agility, focus on results and are comfortable with data, turning market insights into actions that create value. An entrepreneurial mindset, collaboration and the ability to influence are at the heart of our collective success.”