Riad Idir
About Riad Idir
Riad Idir serves as the Head of Business Development Europe at SITA, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in various roles within SITA and has a strong educational background in business and marketing.
Current Role at SITA
Riad Idir currently serves as the Head of Business Development Europe at SITA, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for driving business growth and developing strategic initiatives across the European market. His extensive experience within SITA has positioned him to lead efforts in enhancing the company's presence and service offerings in the region.
Previous Positions at SITA
Riad Idir has held multiple roles at SITA, contributing to various aspects of business development and management. He worked as a Senior Business Development Manager Europe from 2012 to 2016, focusing on expanding the company's market reach. Prior to that, he served as a Commercial Manager Eastern & Central Europe from 2010 to 2011, and as an Engagement Manager for Complex Solutions & Airport Communications for eight months in 2011. His career at SITA began with his role as Bid & Pricing Manager for Eastern & Central Europe from 2007 to 2009.
Educational Background
Riad Idir has a strong educational foundation in business and economics. He studied at Université de Bordeaux, where he earned a Master's degree in International Business from 2002 to 2004. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a Master 2 in Marketing & Sales from Université Savoie Mont Blanc in 2004-2005. Additionally, he completed a degree in Business and Economics at IUT Techniques de Commercialisation Poitiers from 2000 to 2002.
Experience at Sitel
Before his tenure at SITA, Riad Idir worked at Sitel, where he held two positions. He served as a Business Solutions Manager from 2005 to 2007, followed by a role as Marketing Manager for France & Benelux for six months in 2007. These roles provided him with valuable experience in marketing and business solutions, contributing to his expertise in business development.