Mathieu Verschelden

Store Leader in training chez Decathlon Belgium

Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

Former professional rugby player, I have always been driven by strategy, teamwork, mutual support, and a strong work ethic. These values have constantly guided me throughout my journey. The "Decathlon school" allowed me to quickly climb the ranks and gain extensive knowledge in people and asset management. Having traveled extensively and worked in different countries, I have been exposed to diverse cultures and perspectives, which has helped me adapt my management approach. I also had the honor of representing my country (Belgium) in rugby. As a 15-a-side international player (75 matches) and a 7-a-side player (20 tournaments), I deeply embrace the values of this sport: teamwork, self-improvement, solidarity, camaraderie, and resilience. Today, I am eager to bring these values and experiences to a company that shares them and to continue enriching my professional journey.

Experience

  • Decathlon (Full-time · 6 yrs 1 mo)
    • Store Leader in training
      Sep 2021 - Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Member of the Evere leading team Management of the shop's logistics flows, functional coordination of the shop's logistics processes to guarantee product availability. Coaching and managing employees, developing the skills and talents of department managers. Guaranteeing sustainable economic performance.

    • Ecoleader
      Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Management of Universes: Team Sports Nature sport (hunting, fishing, horse riding) Customization Workshop Team Animation, Empowering Management, Stock Management, Team Leadership, Commercial Animation.

    • Exploitation Store Leader
      Jan 2020 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos

      Store Security Management, Incoming and Outgoing Flow Management Workplace Well-being, Ergonomics Crisis Management (Covid) External Partner Coordinator

  • Voyage at Career Break
    Sep 2016 - Sep 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Backpacking trip around the world for 2 years across 5 continents. Cultural openness, planning, logistics, budgeting, and adaptability.

  • Professional Rugby Player at FFR - Fédération Française de Rugby
    Jul 2011 - Jul 2016 · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Professional rugby player – French 3rd division level. Case Rugby (Saint-Etienne) 2011 - 2013 Roc (Valence) 2013 - 2014 USRP (Romans) 2014 - 2015 Rc Tricastin ( Pierrelatte) 2015 - 2016

  • Responsable Belgique at Media Sport Promotion - Ovalgreen
    Sep 2011 - Sep 2013 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Management and development of a client portfolio. Event planning, project coordination, client prospecting, customer relationship management, partnership development, and strategy implementation.

  • Assistant Marketing (Stagiaire) at Aspria
    Jan 2011 - May 2011 · 5 mos