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WHO WE ARE

About Us

As part of Antal International’s global network, our Lille office specialises in recruitment for the chemical industry, with a focus on the textile, paper, and leather sectors as well as speciality chemicals.

We combine global reach with local expertise, leveraging Antal’s 1,000 recruitment experts across 130+ offices in 35+ countries. Based in Lille (France), at the heart of the textile and retail industry, we connect companies with top-tier talent for critical roles.

Our expertise covers positions such as Sales & Key Account Managers, Business Development & Business Unit Heads, Marketing & Product Managers, R&D Managers & Laboratory Experts, and Senior Executives & C-Level Roles.

We deliver tailored recruitment solutions with speed, integrity, and deep market knowledge, ensuring our clients secure leaders who can drive growth and innovation.

WHO WE ARE

How We Work

Our approach is consultative, market-driven, and results-oriented.

From understanding your business goals to identifying, engaging, and presenting the best talent, we manage the entire recruitment process end-to-end.

With Antal’s international reach and deep local insights, we combine global talent pools with sector-specific expertise to identify the right candidates for your business, wherever they are located.

Every candidate we present is pre-screened, technically capable, culturally aligned, and ready to make an impact.

We offer flexible recruitment solutions, from one-off hires to building entire teams, always designed to align with your strategic objectives.

Functions we recruit
  • Sales & Key Account Managers

  • Business Development & Business Unit Heads

  • Marketing & Product Managers

  • R&D Managers & Laboratory Experts

  • Senior Executives & C-Level Roles

Industries We Serve
  • Textile

  • Paper

  • Leather

  • Specialty Chemicals

Christophe Maestripieri -
Managing Partner at Antal International

Talent Connector & Growth Builder in Chemicals and Textiles

From his early days in textile chemistry to the boardrooms of international groups, Christophe has always held the same conviction: people make the difference.
Over 25 years leading multicultural teams and managing portfolios exceeding USD 80M, he has experienced the sector’s challenges from the inside: shifting markets, margin pressure, ecological transition, and the constant demand for innovation. His mission? Turn these challenges into growth opportunities.

Rapid business turnarounds, double-digit growth, breakthrough project launches… Christophe doesn’t just manage, he mobilises. He creates clear visions, unites teams around ambitious goals, and builds lasting momentum.

Today, he brings this energy to recruitment and talent development in chemicals, textiles, paper, and leather. His goal: to help tomorrow’s leaders emerge and build organisations ready to face the future, combining performance, innovation, and positive impact.

Why Work With Us

Partnering with us means reducing hiring risks, saving time, and accessing highly qualified candidates faster.

We bring years of expertise in the chemical industry, combined with Antal’s powerful global network, to connect you with leaders who not only match technical requirements but also align with your company’s culture and vision.

By working with recruitment experts who understand the textile, paper, leather, and speciality chemicals industries, you ensure that your business is equipped with the right talent to sustain growth and competitiveness.

Live Jobs

Chemicals, Petrochemicals & Materials
24 Jun
Technical Sales account Manager France
75-100 K€ including variable component depending of experience
Textile Chemicals & Performance Solutions 🌍 International Specialty Chemicals Group💼 Attractive package depending on experience Are you looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, customer proximity and business development to actively grow a strategic market? Our client is a recognized international leader in specialty chemical solutions for the textile industry, technical materials and high-performance applications. With a strong global presence and advanced application expertise, the company supports industrial customers in improving product performance, process efficiency and developing more sustainable solutions. To strengthen its presence and accelerate growth in France, we are looking for a: Technical Sales Account Manager France (M/F) Your Mission As the key representative for the French market, you will play an important role in developing the business by combining existing customer management, new market development and technical support. Your main responsibilities will include: Identify and develop new business opportunities across the French market Expand the company’s presence within strategic textile and industrial segments Build and manage long-term relationships with existing customers Develop new accounts through a proactive business development approach Understand customer needs and translate technical challenges into value-added solutions Support product evaluations, trials and implementation together with technical teams Promote innovative and high-performance chemical solutions Provide market intelligence and contribute to the commercial strategy Work closely with international teams including R&D, technical experts, product management and sales leadership Your Profile You are a technical business developer with the ability to build trust with industrial customers and create sustainable growth. You ideally bring: A degree in Chemistry, Textile Engineering, Materials Science or a related technical field Successful experience in technical sales, business development, technical service or textile industrial environments Good understanding of textile wet processing such as: Pretreatment Dyeing Finishing Coating Functional and performance treatments Ability to manage technical discussions with production, R&D and purchasing teams Strong customer orientation with a value-selling approach Experience in developing new customers and identifying growth opportunities Experience within technical textiles, performance materials, nonwovens, protective textiles or industrial applications would be a strong advantage. Your Personality Makes the Difference We are looking for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who enjoys building and developing a market. You are: ✓ Autonomous and proactive in managing your territory✓ Comfortable combining technical discussions and commercial negotiations✓ Able to develop new opportunities while maintaining strong customer partnerships✓ Curious, solution-oriented and close to industrial realities✓ Comfortable working within an international organization and remote management structure Professional English is required. German or any additional language would be appreciated. Why Join This Opportunity? ✔ A strategic role with strong visibility and impact in France✔ A recognized international player in specialty chemicals✔ High-performance and innovative technical solutions✔ Strong autonomy to develop the market✔ Direct collaboration with international experts✔ The opportunity to contribute to the future of technical and sustainable textiles If you enjoy working at the crossroads of chemistry, textile innovation, industrial applications and business development, this could be your next challenge.
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