BERTRAND PETIT
Yachting Industry Expert
Nice
Profil professionnel
Expertise at the intersection of commercial development, supplier management, international distribution with strong operational execution. I am looking for a new role as head of business development.
Vue d'ensemble
22
22
years of professional experience
Expérience
SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Superyacht Supplies - Reach Food Group / Robuchon Monaco
2018.01 - 2026.02
- Key role in integrating Superyacht Supplies into the Reach Food/Robuchon Monaco Group
- Contributed to investment planning, operational structuring, and performance alignment
- Supported warehouse development, process upgrades, and scalable working methods
- Enabled international expansion : EU, Dubai, Caribbean (Sint Maarten, Antigua) Growth 500 000 € to 3 000 000 € per year
- Expertise in rapid distribution of fresh & highvalue luxury goods across multiple regions
- Ensured alignment across sales, procurement, and logistics for reliable service delivery
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR
Vin de Terre
2010.01 - 2018.02
- Founded and built first french organic wine distribution platform (B2B)
- Achieved continuous profitability over 7 years and successfully exited through the sale of shares to partner
- Growth 0 to 500 000 € per year
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION
Superyacht Supplies
2004.02 - 2008.02
- First employee of the company after completing Bachelor in Management & Marketing
- Supported early commercial foundations during initial growth stage
- Identified and led the launch of the Sint Maarten branch to secure winter season revenue
- Managed business development and operations for Mediterranean and Caribbean activities
- Contributed to scaling the company from startup to structured growth
- Maintained strong professional relationships, later returning at senior strategic level
Formation
BACHELOR DEGREE - MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Hull University / Poitiers ESCEM
Compétences
Network building
B2B commercial development
Margin growth
International market expansion
Client relationship development
Operational leadership
Supply chain management
Logistics coordination
Operational structuring
Workflow optimisation
Problem solving
Informations complémentaires
- Good sailing experience both inshore and offshore
- Multiple participations in Mediterranean offshore regattas. Rolex MiddleSea Race or Giraglia, cup with podium finishes
- Passionate about competitive racing and leisure or exploration cruising
Languages
Français
Langue maternelle
Anglais
Bilingue
Espagnol
Opérationnel
Chronologie
SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Superyacht Supplies - Reach Food Group / Robuchon Monaco
2018.01 - 2026.02
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR
Vin de Terre
2010.01 - 2018.02
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION
Superyacht Supplies
2004.02 - 2008.02
BACHELOR DEGREE - MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Hull University / Poitiers ESCEM