Mathieu LINOSSIER
Regional Sales Manager West IWC Schaffhausen
San Diego, CA
In My Own Words
At IWC Schaffhausen, leadership in sales and market planning for the West Coast region defines our team's mission to excel in the luxury watch sector. With over a decade of experience, we've become adept at navigating the nuances of high-end retail, ensuring that IWC's presence on the West Coast is synonymous with excellence and innovation. Our dedication to teamwork and culturally attuned market strategies has fortified the brand's stature in North America.
In my previous role at SAOLA SHOES, our commitment to sustainability was at the forefront of operations, sales, and business development. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, we cultivated SAOLA's North American footprint, making an impact through eco-conscious products. Spearheading initiatives that resonate with the climate change agenda, we've set benchmarks for sustainable practices within the industry, blending environmental stewardship with commercial success.
Work Experience
Regional Sales Manager West Coast US & Canada
IWC Schaffhausen2023 – Present
Head of B2B and External boutiques sales for the West Coast region of the US & Canada
Operation & Sales Manager // Business Development // North America
SAOLA SHOES2017 – 2023
Operations, Sales & Business Development in North America for this amazing sustainable shoe brand! www.saolashoes.com TOGETHER we can #makeanimpact !!!
Franchise Owner & Director of Events
TapSnap™2016 – 2022
TapSnap 1206 - San Diego County
Looking for a fun, edgy pop of entertainment for your next event that will keep your guests talking about your event, brand, or cause long after the event is over? Is social media marketing important to the success of your event? Look no further. TapSnap is new, it's hip, and it's an absolute magnet at events!
Regional Sales Manager, Americas, Caribbean, Western Europe for Rado Watch Co. Ltd
Swatch Group2014 – 2016
* Business development * Sales * Marketing
Business Development Watch industry
Freelance projects2013 – 2014
• Consulting: search for business partner – support in business creation – market research
• Prospection: participation in major trade shows / Baselworld (Basel), SIHH (Geneva), ISPO (Munich), Outdoor Show (Friedrichshafen), Franchise Expo (Paris).
Sales Director
Alpina Watches2012 – 2012
• Sales Development • Marketing & Trainings > ACHIEVEMENT: 2012 turnover: + 30% vs 2011
International Sales Manager
RAYMOND WEIL S.A.2008 – 2012
Europe & Middle East
• INTERNATIONAL SALES DEVELOPMENT: Coordination and follow up of all activities carried out by the assigned distributor in each country - Development of unexploited markets - Implementation of sales strategies - New partner’s search and contract negotiations - Staff trainings - Creations & openings of 3 mono brand boutiques (OMAN, QATAR, KSA)
• MARKETING & COMMUNICATION: Local roll out of the worldwide marketing strategy - Launch of new products - Implementation of promotional actions - Competitive intelligence – Participation to international trade shows.
• FINANCE, LEGAL: financial plans, budget, contracts
• MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP: creation and supervision of the Austrian' subsidiary, including a team of 10 people
• LAST ACHIEVEMENT > 2011 area’s turnover: + 25% vs 2010
National Account Manager USA
The House of burgundy Inc2006 – 2007
Wine industry: National Account Manager of a brands portfolio in the US market.
• COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT: Creation of a distribution company in New York – Market research and development of a customers’ network - Sales staff’s training
• MARKETING & COMMUNICATION: Brand management - National marketing plan - Launch of commercial actions and follow up - Organisation of wine tastings and local trade fairs - Official Website’s updates. • LOGISTIC: orders and importations’ follow up - development of the after sales services. • ACHIEVEMENT: National turnover’s increase of 40% between 2006 and 2007.
Area Export Manager
Millet2004 – 2005
www.millet.fr
Animation of a distributors’ network (Eastern and Northern Europe).
• SALES: budget costing and management - Negotiations of commercial contracts - Performance analysis per markets and implementation of sales strategies.
• MARKETING & EVENT: Establishment of local marketing strategies - Creation of a communication plan and adaptation per countries - Market studies - Organization and animation of international fairs.
• HUMAN RESOURCES: Recruitment of local technical advisers to join the MILLET sports team.
• ACHIEVEMENT: 2005 area turnover: + 30% vs 2004
Retail Store Manager
Kathmandu2004 – 2004
www.kathmandu.co.nz
• SALES / MERCHANDISING: Inventory management, sales and responsible for purchases replenishments - Merchandising of all corners per sports activities.
• STAFF MANAGEMENT: daily supervision and coordination of a team composed of 12 members.
Education
San Diego State University
2001 – 2001