Thierry Cardinael

International Business Development | Engineering & Sustainable Energy Sector | Cross-Cultural Collaboration | Ethical Growth | Client-Centric

Belgium

About

I’m an international business development professional with solid experience in the energy sector. I specialize in sales, negotiation, and the coordination of multi-disciplinary projects. My strength lies in building ethical, long-term business relationships by actively listening to clients and delivering tailored solutions that truly meet their needs. Adaptable and culturally aware, I’ve worked across diverse international environments, thriving in collaborative teams and multicultural settings. I’m also a natural networker who values trust, respect, and sustainable growth.

Experience

  • Business Development Manager at TRACTEBEL
    Nov 2010 - Present · 15 yrs 8 mos

    - Developed and implemented international prospecting plans, including budget planning and resource allocation by country and market segment. - Defined annual business objectives per country, in alignment with corporate strategy. - Managed and supported a network of local commercial agents, ensuring alignment with company goals and strict ethical rules. - Planned and executed international prospecting missions, coordinating with internal teams and local stakeholders. - Built and maintained strong relationships with local partners, institutions, and engineering stakeholders to support market penetration. - Actively engaged with diplomatic and institutional actors (embassies, trade missions, chambers of commerce) to reinforce business development efforts abroad. - Ensured ethical business practices and compliance with international standards in all commercial activities.

  • Tractebel Engineering (17 yrs 10 mos)
    • Sales Manager
      2004 - 2010 · 6 yrs

      - Prepared detailed and customized commercial offers for clients - Analyzed client requirements and coordinated with internal teams to define technical and pricing solutions - Ensured timely delivery of proposals and followed up on client feedback - Maintained a database of offers and pricing structures - Supported the sales team in negotiations and contract finalization - Contributed to continuous improvement of the offer preparation process

    • Project Manager Pipelines & Utilities
      2003 - 2004 · 1 yr

    • Project Engineer Energy and O&M Consulting
      2002 - 2003 · 1 yr

  • Mechanical Engineer at Lhoist
    Jan 1992 - Mar 1992 · 3 mos