Quentin Gillez
About Quentin Gillez
Quentin Gillez is a seasoned commercial professional currently serving as Chef de secteur expert CHR at Brown-Forman and has been with the Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Group since 2017, both roles based in the Rhône-Alpes region of France.
Work at Brown-Forman
Quentin Gillez has been employed at Brown-Forman since 2018, where he serves as Chef de secteur. He has held this position for six years in the Région de Lyon, France. In 2021, he advanced to the role of Chef de secteur expert CHR, focusing on the out-of-home sector. His responsibilities include conducting targeted accompaniment tours to enhance the skills of sector managers in the Rhone Alpes Sud region. Gillez collaborates with various out-of-home sector actors, including bars, hotels, clubs, wholesalers, and cash-and-carry stores, to provide a qualitative range of spirits.
Education and Expertise
Quentin Gillez pursued his education at IDRAC Business School, where he obtained a Master's degree in Management Commercial et Ingénierie d'Affaires from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, he studied at Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne, earning a DUT in Techniques de commercialisation from 2012 to 2014. He also completed his Baccalauréat in Sciences économique et sociale at Lycée Notre Dame des Minimes from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he enhanced his English proficiency through a year-long experience in Australia before completing his Bachelor at AMOS Business School.
Background
Quentin Gillez has a diverse professional background in the commercial sector. He began his career as a Vendeur at Leroy Merlin in 2013 and later worked at DECATHLON FRANCE in the Running & Raquettes department. He transitioned to a commercial role at PBO Restauration from 2016 to 2017. Gillez has also gained experience in the sports industry as a Jeune Animateur de Football with the Federation Française de Football in 2011. His varied roles have contributed to his expertise in commercial management and client relations.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Quentin Gillez has accumulated significant experience in the commercial field. After his tenure at DECATHLON FRANCE, he worked at PBO Restauration for ten months. He has been with Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Group since 2017, focusing on commercial activities in the Région de Lyon. His roles have involved direct engagement with clients and the development of strategies to enhance service offerings in the spirits industry. Gillez's professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing his skills and contributing to the sectors he serves.