Youssef Hilali
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Summary
Strategic and customer-focused Account Manager with 15+ years of experience across the EMEA technology landscape, including major roles at Intel, Solidigm, and Ingram Micro. I specialize in managing complex customer relationships, aligning technical portfolios with customer roadmaps, and driving value through consultative selling. I bring a strong mix of commercial drive, technical knowledge, and collaborative leadership. My career has been defined by building lasting partnerships, delivering consistent revenue growth, and acting as a trusted advisor to customers navigating innovation. Experienced with client relationship management, sales strategies, and contract negotiation. Utilizes customer-centric approach to drive client retention and satisfaction. Track record of fostering long-term partnerships and achieving revenue growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Account Manager
Taurus Europe BV
02.2024 - Current
- Manage and grow strategic accounts across EMEA for a broad range of IT components.
- Identify and onboard new clients while aligning their solution needs with the full vendor portfolio.
- Support product and sales strategy by leveraging market insights and technical product knowledge.
Account Manager – Server Integrators (EMEA)
Intel / Solidigm
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Owned strategic relationships with system integrators in Benelux, Germany, and Poland.
- Created and executed account plans to maximize design wins, revenue, and Intel/Solidigm portfolio adoption.
- Delivered roadmap presentations and sales enablement workshops to align technical roadmaps with customer strategy.
- Drove sustained YoY growth by building value-driven partnerships and offering tailored solutions.
Business Manager – Storage Portfolio (NL)
Ingram Micro
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed vendor relationships and supported sales enablement for key storage brands.
- Collaborated on product launches and marketing campaigns with strategic vendor partners.
- Controlled pricing strategy, stock planning, and customer outreach for the Dutch market.
Account Manager – B2B / Channel / ECommerce (NL)
Intel Corporation
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Built and maintained strong relationships with large online retailers and key ICT resellers.
- Developed go-to-market strategies and account-specific campaigns in collaboration with Intel marketing.
- Delivered Intel product training and strategic support to partner sales teams.
Supply Chain Planner – VMI / Tray CPUs (EMEA)
Intel Corporation
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Managed Vendor Managed Inventory operations and tray CPU delivery across EMEA.
- Collaborated with Sales Operations and Logistics to balance demand, inventory, and delivery timelines.
Project Manager – Intel EMEA Warehouse
Intel Corporation
12.2011 - 08.2012
- Led outsourcing project for incoming goods operations.
- Managed cross-functional teams and suppliers, ensuring successful project delivery on scope and timeline.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to optimize efficiency.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project objectives and expectations.
Operations Coordinator – Supplier Management
Intel Corporation
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Oversaw performance of outsourced packaging partner for boxed processors in Amsterdam.
- Served as escalation contact and quality lead for supplier relationship.
- Led initiatives to improve compliance with industry regulations and internal policies, ensuring operational integrity.
- Monitored key performance indicators, assessing operational effectiveness and recommending enhancements where necessary.
Education
MEAO-CE -
01.1990
MAVO - undefined
01.1988
Skills
- EMEA Account Management
- Strategic B2B Sales (Tech/Components/Solutions)
- Consultative Selling (IMPARTA/CCV-trained)
- Channel Development & Partner Enablement
- Customer Relationship Management
- Technical Product Alignment (Storage, Servers, CPUs)
- Sales Enablement
- Supply Chain & Demand Planning
- Cross-Functional Project Leadership
Certification
- Sales Representative (IMPARTA – Creating Client Value), 2015
- Lean Management (Intel In-House), 2011
- SAP/R3 Sales and Distribution (Intel In-House), 2006
- Microsoft Project (New Horizons), 2001
- Microsoft Office Suite (Syntegra), 1999
- Methodology of Information System Development (Information Mapping NL), 1998
- Entrepreneur Diploma (STEVES), 2004
- Personal Transport Business Certificate (SEB), 2004
Timeline
Sales Account Manager
Taurus Europe BV
02.2024 - Current
Account Manager – Server Integrators (EMEA)
Intel / Solidigm
06.2019 - 06.2023
Business Manager – Storage Portfolio (NL)
Ingram Micro
11.2017 - 05.2019
Account Manager – B2B / Channel / ECommerce (NL)
Intel Corporation
05.2015 - 12.2016
Supply Chain Planner – VMI / Tray CPUs (EMEA)
Intel Corporation
10.2013 - 04.2015
Project Manager – Intel EMEA Warehouse
Intel Corporation
12.2011 - 08.2012
Operations Coordinator – Supplier Management
Intel Corporation
06.2008 - 11.2011
MAVO - undefined
MEAO-CE -
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