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Bordeaux, Fr

Cestas, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

• Design and development of technical and durable footwear models: Creation of innovative shoes that meet outdoor performance requirements and incorporate eco-friendly practices, with a particular focus on reparability and durability.• End-to-end product development management: Strategic planning and coordination of critical stages, from initial design to mass production, to ensure adherence to timelines and product quality standards.• Advanced material selection and evaluation: In-depth analysis of diverse materials (leathers, textiles, rubbers, etc.) for their technical performance, environmental impact, and suitability for the product's durability and reparability requirements.• Rigorous product quality validation: Comprehensive testing and technical validation (e.g., over 200,000 WP flexes validated for an outdoor model) to ensure high standards of quality, safety, and durability.• Tool creation to optimize processes and improve efficiency: Development of innovative tools to streamline workflows, accelerate product development, and maintain consistent quality standards at every stage, enhancing overall team efficiency.• Close collaboration with partners: Managing relationships with international suppliers to ensure that each manufacturing stage meets the company’s technical requirements and eco-responsible standards.• On-site production supervision: Rigorous monitoring of production to ensure final products meet technical specifications while optimizing processes for increased efficiency.#ProductDevelopment #SustainableInnovation #FootwearPerformance #ToolCreation #ProductDesign #EcoFriendly #ProjectManagement #ProductQuality #DataAnalysis #Reparability #OutdoorFootwear

Cestas, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Mission as a Sustainability Leader:• Define and lead Decathlon’s sustainability strategy: Develop and oversee the company’s sustainability roadmap, aimed at reducing environmental impact at every stage of the product life cycle.• Team awareness and training: Conduct training sessions and workshops to help colleagues integrate environmental impact assessments into our systems and practices, strengthening ecological responsibility across all teams.• Management of initiatives to reduce ecological footprint: Implement concrete actions, such as eliminating plastic bags, to lower Decathlon's carbon footprint and promote responsible alternatives.• Performance monitoring and communication: Rigorously track sustainability indicators and prepare clear, compelling reports to communicate progress and results to brand teams.• Strategic collaboration with suppliers to ensure product sustainability: Work closely with international partners to select eco-friendly materials and production methods, enhancing product durability while aligning with the brand’s sustainability goals.• Innovation in sustainable practices: Continuously explore and introduce innovative practices and materials that drive sustainability across the product lifecycle, positioning Decathlon as a leader in responsible manufacturing.

Cestas, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

I had the opportunity to develop my skills at Solognac as a Product Engineer for the range of rubber and PVC injection hunting boots, designed for hunting and outdoor activities. My role encompassed every stage of the product development cycle, from innovation to industrialization.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:*Product Innovation and Design: Created and optimized new boot models with a focus on performance, quality, and durability.*Development and Prototyping: Led multiple cycles of prototyping and rigorous testing to ensure each product met Solognac’s high standards for comfort, durability, and resilience.*Industrialization and Cost Management: Collaborated with technical teams to ensure smooth mass production while controlling manufacturing costs and upholding high standards of quality and reliability.Skills Acquired:*Product Project Management: Mastered the stages of product development from design to production, employing iterative prototyping and testing methods.*In-depth Knowledge of Materials and Processes: Specialized in materials like rubber and PVC for outdoor applications, with a thorough understanding of relevant injection processes.*User and Quality-Oriented Approach: Developed a strong focus on user-centered innovation, ensuring that final products meet customer expectations for comfort, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

Région De Lyon, France

As an innovation consultant, I led a comprehensive user-focused analysis and design project. My role involved a methodical approach to identifying, conceptualizing, and testing innovative solutions, culminating in the creation of a digital prototype presented to a diverse audience.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:*User Observation and Analysis: Conducted in-depth observations and interviews to identify consumer habits, behaviors, and needs, enabling a precise understanding of user expectations.*User-Centered Concept Creation and Testing: Developed and validated multiple user-focused concepts, following a test & learn approach to refine each iteration.*Innovative Digital Prototyping: Designed and presented a digital prototype, tailored to identified needs and optimized for an enhanced user experience.*Public Presentation of the Solution: Delivered a comprehensive presentation of the digital solution to a varied audience, showcasing the relevance of the prototype and its user benefits.Methods and Tools Utilized:*Design Thinking: Applied a user-centered approach to foster innovation aligned with client expectations.*Innovator’s Toolkit: Leveraged practical tools to stimulate creativity and structure the innovation process.*Business Model Canvas (BMC): Developed a solid business model to support the economic viability of the proposed solution.*C-K Method: Used this method to develop and challenge innovative concepts.*Test & Learn Prototyping: Employed an iterative approach to design, test, and adjust prototypes based on user feedback.*Conflict Resolution with OSBD Method: Utilized Nonviolent Communication (Observation, Feeling, Need, Request) to resolve conflicts and facilitate effective collaboration.

Cholet, Pays De La Loire, France

During my internship at Nicoll, I was tasked with revitalizing the PVC extruded profile product line by introducing a high-quality, PREMIUM range. My role focused on developing decorative techniques for extruded PVC parts, adapting advanced materials and surface treatments to enhance durability, aesthetic appeal, and UV/weather resistance.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:*Market Research and User Insights: Conducted an internal survey to identify customer preferences for aspects like color and finish, helping to shape the PREMIUM range’s design direction.*Technical Research and Innovation: Performed extensive bibliographic research on innovative decoration techniques, including metallization, hot stamping, and hydrography, to adapt them to the extrusion process.*Vendor Collaboration and Sample Testing: Identified and qualified potential suppliers for specialized decoration methods, coordinating sample testing to assess adherence to high standards of durability and aesthetic quality.*Materials Characterization and Performance Testing: Carried out extensive characterization tests, such as impact resistance and QUV accelerated aging tests, to ensure that new finishes met stringent quality and longevity requirements.Skills Developed:*Surface Treatment and Materials Expertise: Specialized in decorative techniques for PVC, including metallic and textured finishes, to enhance product aesthetics while ensuring durability.*Quality Control and Testing: Gained expertise in rigorous testing protocols to verify product resilience against UV exposure, impacts, and environmental stresses.*Collaboration Across R&D and Laboratory Teams: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to combine technical knowledge with creative development, ensuring that each prototype met the PREMIUM line's standards.This experience solidified my expertise in product development, quality assurance, and sustainable innovation, laying a strong foundation for my career in engineering.

Programme Grande École, Business Mediation

Major in Innovation : Management of innovation Finance of innovation Innovation technics Design Thinking Digital Strategy

Master'S Degree

Abroad semester in Shanghai on emlyon Asia Campus Specialization in innovation, focusing on the asian market: The Financing of Innovation.

Engineering Degree, Chimie Des Polymères - Matériaux Plastiques

Specialization in plastic materials: - Industrial design - Raw materials - Tools and equipment - Injection/Extrusion/Thermoforming.

Licence, Sciences Physiques Et Chimie