Michel Georges Roussel
About Michel Georges Roussel
Michel Georges Roussel is a Senior Sales Account Executive at Milliken & Company, with extensive experience in the plastics industry and a strong background in international commerce. He has worked in various roles within the industry since 1992 and has developed significant relationships with clients across Europe and Northern Africa.
Current Role at Milliken & Company
Michel Georges Roussel serves as a Senior Sales Account Executive at Milliken & Company since 2021. In this role, he focuses on building and maintaining relationships with clients in the plastics industry. His responsibilities include understanding client needs and providing tailored solutions to enhance their operations. Roussel's position emphasizes the importance of in-person connections, which he fosters through frequent international travel.
Previous Experience at Milliken & Company
Prior to his current role, Roussel worked at Milliken & Company as a Key Account Manager from 1995 to 2021. During this 26-year tenure, he developed extensive expertise in the plastics industry, particularly in addressing the needs of European brand owners and main converters. His long-standing experience contributed to the company's success in the plastic additive business.
Educational Background
Roussel studied at Institut Universitaire et Technique de Montpellier, where he earned a DUT in Chimie from 1985 to 1988. He furthered his education at IAE Sup de Co Montpellier, achieving a DUESTCI in Commerce international from 1990 to 1991. Additionally, he attended IAE FRANCE - Ecoles Universitaires de Management, where he completed a DUESTC in Technico Commercial from 1988 to 1990. This educational foundation supports his expertise in sales and account management.
International Experience and Industry Knowledge
Roussel has a deep understanding of the plastics industry, particularly in France, Northern Africa, and Eastern Europe. His role involves working closely with European PET/PS suppliers and Southern Europe masterbatch/compounders for the Keyplast division. His extensive experience allows him to navigate industry challenges effectively and provide valuable insights to clients.
Previous Role at Scott Bader
Before joining Milliken & Company, Roussel worked as a Territory Manager at Scott Bader from 1992 to 1995. In this position, he gained valuable experience in sales and account management within the plastics sector. This role contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and client relationships, which he has leveraged throughout his career.