About Nicolas
- Interim Management — I take over from a sales director during a transition period (departure, ongoing recruitment, restructuring) to ensure continuity and maintain team and pipeline momentum.
- Commercial or Product Launch — I support market entry: go-to-market, offering structuring, sales process construction, targeting, and initial commercial traction.
- Audit & Process Optimization — I analyze your existing sales processes to identify performance levers, streamline the sales cycle, and improve conversion rates.
- AI & Digital Tools Integration — I help you integrate artificial intelligence and digital tools into your sales approach (prospecting, CRM, automation, decision support) to increase efficiency.
- Coaching & Support — I coach current sales directors and executives in developing their skills, decision-making, and team management.
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Experience
- FreelanceOutsourced Sales Director | Commercial Support & TransformationJanuary 2026 - Today (7 months)Bordeaux, FranceI support companies (SMEs and ETIs) in structuring and accelerating their sales performance, drawing on 15 years of experience in B2B sales management, particularly in SaaS.My interventions cover several needs:
- Interim Management — I take over from a sales director during a transition period (departure, ongoing recruitment, restructuring) to ensure continuity and maintain team and pipeline momentum.
- Commercial or Product Launch — I support market entry: go-to-market, offering structuring, sales process construction, targeting, and initial commercial traction.
- Audit & Process Optimization — I analyze your existing sales processes to identify performance levers, streamline the sales cycle, and improve conversion rates.
- AI & Digital Tools Integration — I help you integrate artificial intelligence and digital tools into your sales approach (prospecting, CRM, automation, decision support) to increase efficiency.
- Coaching & Support — I coach current sales directors and executives in developing their skills, decision-making, and team management.
My approach is practical, results-oriented, and metric-driven. I adapt to your context to deliver measurable impact, whether for a few days of consulting or a multi-month mission. - TalentechSales and Marketing DirectorFebruary 2023 - March 2025 (2 years and 1 month)HR SaaS PublisherManaged the commercial deployment across 4 target markets (France, Germany, Netherlands, UK) after the acquisition of Talmundo by Talentech. Defined and executed the regional sales and marketing strategy. Directly managed a cross-functional team of 7 people (4 sales, 3 marketing). Optimized the sales funnel, negotiated strategic contracts.• • +30% conversion on inbound leads• • -25% sales cycle (from 120 to 90 days)• • +30% customer acquisition
- TalentechSales DirectorTECHJuly 2020 - January 2023 (2 years and 6 months)Bordeaux, FranceHR onboarding SaaSDefined and deployed the sales strategy (targets, channels, pricing, partnerships). Managed a portfolio of key accounts: Orange, ENGIE, BNP Paribas. Close collaboration with marketing to align campaigns and sales priorities.• • 100% of revenue targets achieved• • 10 key accounts signed
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Education
- Master 2Business School2010Master 2
- BachelorISAM2006Bachelor