Edouard Praquin
About Edouard Praquin
Edouard Praquin is a Strategic Business Development Manager specializing in the oilfield and construction sectors, currently working at Stepan Company. He has a diverse educational background in chemistry and business, with experience in price positioning strategies and digital marketing initiatives.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Edouard Praquin serves as the Strategic Business Development Manager for Oilfield & Construction at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for developing price positioning strategies within the oilfield and construction markets. He manages Profit and Loss (P&L) for these sectors and supports sales teams through strategic initiatives and market insights. His work involves engaging in digital marketing initiatives, which include creating articles and videos to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at Stepan Company
Prior to his current role, Edouard Praquin worked at Stepan Company as the European Commodity Manager from 2013 to 2017. During this time, he focused on managing commodity strategies across Europe, contributing to the company's operational efficiency in the region. His experience in this position laid the groundwork for his subsequent responsibilities in strategic business development.
Experience at Groupe Lactalis
Before joining Stepan Company, Edouard Praquin was employed at Groupe Lactalis as the Lead Buyer for Ingredients - Chemicals from 2006 to 2010. His role involved procurement responsibilities, where he managed supplier relationships and negotiated contracts to secure essential ingredients for the company's operations. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in supply chain management and procurement strategies.
Educational Background
Edouard Praquin has a diverse educational background. He studied at ENS Chimie Lille, where he earned a degree in Chemistry, focusing on Organic, Surface Treatment, and Food Chemistries from 2000 to 2003. He furthered his education at ESSEC Business School, achieving a Master in International Agrofood Business Management from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he participated in the Erasmus Program at Lunds tekniska högskola, where he studied Food Process, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Toxicology from 2002 to 2003.
Industry Engagement and Conferences
In his role as Strategic Business Development Manager, Edouard Praquin actively participates in industry conferences, focusing on booth presentations to promote Stepan Company's offerings in the oilfield and construction sectors. His engagement in these events helps to strengthen the company's visibility and establish connections within the industry.