Younes Zelmat

Success is no accident

Success is a system.

I support growing companies in setting up their sales and revenue structures internationally in such a way that there is less friction and enables better results.

For founders, managing directors and decision makers who no longer want to improvise but want to develop their company in a targeted manner.

Expertise with:
Hugo Boss
Strellson
windsor
Joop
PVH
J. Lindeberg
Many years of experience

This is what my collaboration looks like with companies from.

More than 12 years of operational and strategic experience with companies with a turnover of between 5 and 100 million euros — always with the same goal: tangible results.

12+ years

years of operational experience

More than 12 years of operational and strategic experience.

100 M

Companies up to this size

With companies with a turnover of between 5 and 100 million euros — always with the same goal: noticeable results

25+

Focus on results

More than 25 recommendations

Improvisation leads
to stagnation

Endless rounds without clear decisions

Too many priorities, too many votes — and not everything is moving in the same direction in the end. Everyone is busy, but little is really intertwined.

Growth cannot be explained

Turnover is generated, but no one can say exactly why. That makes scaling speculation rather than a decision.

Sales depends on a few people

If these people fail or switch, the system breaks down. Growth is not sustainable as long as it is tied to individuals.

No repeatability

What worked once cannot be reliably reproduced. Processes exist in the head, not in the system — and that costs revenue every month.

votes from collaboration

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I had the pleasure of working with Younes within the same organization while I was leading the Global Fragrance License, and he was driving commercial initiatives on the sales side. What stood out early on was his ability not only to deliver strong individual results, but to lead, structure, and elevate the people and processes around him.

Younes combines a sharp commercial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and leadership. He has a natural ability to guide teams, align stakeholders, and create clarity in complex environments — always keeping a clear focus on performance and sustainable growth {...}
Thomas R. Bucher
Marketing and Brand Executive, 10+ years luxury & prestige industry
It is my pleasure to remember Younes as a charismatic, highly skilled and very empathic team member within the PVH Swiss Team during my time as a Country Manager Switzerland. Highly driven, focused and always available to help within the team, as well as a highly appreciated contact person and support for our customers, Younes always convinced people around him.

With his way of acting and forward thinking, Younes was always able to quickly build strong relationships, built on trust and ambitious goals {...}
Ulrich Hess
People Manager & Global Change Leader
I had the pleasure of working with Younes during our time at J.Lindeberg, where he reported directly to me in his role as Senior Sales Manager for the DACH region. I highly appreciated having Younes on my team. He consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and made a strong impact not only on the revenue growth and internationalization of our RTW line, but also on the ways of working within the team, always setting and maintaining high standards.

Beyond his commercial achievements, Younes played an important role in lifting and supporting other team members, contributing to a positive, ambitious, and collaborative team culture {...}
Mads Thisted
Global Head of Sales Operations at J.LINDEBERG
I worked with Younes during our time at J.Lindeberg, where Sales and Marketing collaborated closely throughout the seasonal go-to-market process. From a marketing perspective, Younes was a consistently reliable and structured partner who understood how to translate brand direction into clear, commercially relevant actions.He has a strong ability to connect our seasonal storytelling with the practical requirements of the market.

In customer meetings and showroom presentations, Younes represented the brand with clarity, professionalism, and a solid understanding of what drives sell-in and long-term business.
Jonas Janssen
Channel Marketing Manager at J.LINDEBERG
I had the opportunity to work with Younes Zelmat for several years during our time at HUGO BOSS. Although we were part of different teams, we collaborated frequently, which allowed me to gain a clear understanding of his work ethic and professional strengths.
Younes is an exceptionally dedicated, structured, and strategically minded professional.

What stands out the most is his ability to quickly grasp complex topics, analyze them with precision, and translate insights into clear, actionable strategies {...}
Nadia Hadou El Hadj
Sales & Business Development Manager, Luxury Fashion & Automotive
I worked with Younes at HUGO BOSS in the EMEA Sales Team and can very clearly say: he is one of the strongest sales leaders I’ve met so far.Younes has a very good mix of strategic thinking and hands-on mentality. He knows his numbers, understands the P&L in detail and can translate this into clear priorities for the team and for our wholesale partners.

In a challenging and highly promotional market, he managed to stabilise the business, improve sell-out and keep the brand positioning consistent at the same time.What I appreciated most about working with him is his leadership style.
Kai Markus Schmedes
Senior Key Account Manager at Honeywell
I've worked with Younes during my time at Holy Fashion Group and can say that I got to know him as a talented and highly professional Sales Manager. He's made working with him super easy since he proactively executed all the tasks related to his position, including the management of key accounts.

By fully engaging in his job and being a reliable contact for diverse customers and partners, Younes achieved always excellent results. I would highly recommend him if you are searching for a sales specialist with commitment and strong result orientation.
Martin Demirci
Country Manager Switzerland @ FYNCH HATTON
For me, it was a pleasure working with Younes because he is a dedicated and internationally experienced Key Account and Sales Manager with extensive specialist knowledge. He significantly contributed to the implementation of HUGO trade marketing measures and the opening of the first HUGO store in Kiev. He thereby proved that he is not only an expert on key account management but also knows the importance of marketing.

I highly recommend Younes to any company and am convinced that his competencies regarding performance optimization and customer relationship management will be beneficial.
Tayfun Külhan
Senior Global Marketing Manager, Brand Strategy & 360° Campaigns
I had the pleasure of working with Younes within the same organization while I was leading the Global Fragrance License, and he was driving commercial initiatives on the sales side. What stood out early on was his ability not only to deliver strong individual results, but to lead, structure, and elevate the people and processes around him.

Younes combines a sharp commercial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and leadership. He has a natural ability to guide teams, align stakeholders, and create clarity in complex environments — always keeping a clear focus on performance and sustainable growth {...}
Thomas R. Bucher
Marketing and Brand Executive, 10+ years luxury & prestige industry
It is my pleasure to remember Younes as a charismatic, highly skilled and very empathic team member within the PVH Swiss Team during my time as a Country Manager Switzerland. Highly driven, focused and always available to help within the team, as well as a highly appreciated contact person and support for our customers, Younes always convinced people around him.

With his way of acting and forward thinking, Younes was always able to quickly build strong relationships, built on trust and ambitious goals {...}
Ulrich Hess
People Manager & Global Change Leader
I had the pleasure of working with Younes during our time at J.Lindeberg, where he reported directly to me in his role as Senior Sales Manager for the DACH region. I highly appreciated having Younes on my team. He consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and made a strong impact not only on the revenue growth and internationalization of our RTW line, but also on the ways of working within the team, always setting and maintaining high standards.

Beyond his commercial achievements, Younes played an important role in lifting and supporting other team members, contributing to a positive, ambitious, and collaborative team culture {...}
Mads Thisted
Global Head of Sales Operations at J.LINDEBERG
I worked with Younes during our time at J.Lindeberg, where Sales and Marketing collaborated closely throughout the seasonal go-to-market process. From a marketing perspective, Younes was a consistently reliable and structured partner who understood how to translate brand direction into clear, commercially relevant actions.He has a strong ability to connect our seasonal storytelling with the practical requirements of the market.

In customer meetings and showroom presentations, Younes represented the brand with clarity, professionalism, and a solid understanding of what drives sell-in and long-term business.
Jonas Janssen
Channel Marketing Manager at J.LINDEBERG
I had the opportunity to work with Younes Zelmat for several years during our time at HUGO BOSS. Although we were part of different teams, we collaborated frequently, which allowed me to gain a clear understanding of his work ethic and professional strengths.
Younes is an exceptionally dedicated, structured, and strategically minded professional.

What stands out the most is his ability to quickly grasp complex topics, analyze them with precision, and translate insights into clear, actionable strategies {...}
Nadia Hadou El Hadj
Sales & Business Development Manager, Luxury Fashion & Automotive
I worked with Younes at HUGO BOSS in the EMEA Sales Team and can very clearly say: he is one of the strongest sales leaders I’ve met so far.Younes has a very good mix of strategic thinking and hands-on mentality. He knows his numbers, understands the P&L in detail and can translate this into clear priorities for the team and for our wholesale partners.

In a challenging and highly promotional market, he managed to stabilise the business, improve sell-out and keep the brand positioning consistent at the same time.What I appreciated most about working with him is his leadership style.
Kai Markus Schmedes
Senior Key Account Manager at Honeywell
I've worked with Younes during my time at Holy Fashion Group and can say that I got to know him as a talented and highly professional Sales Manager. He's made working with him super easy since he proactively executed all the tasks related to his position, including the management of key accounts.

By fully engaging in his job and being a reliable contact for diverse customers and partners, Younes achieved always excellent results. I would highly recommend him if you are searching for a sales specialist with commitment and strong result orientation.
Martin Demirci
Country Manager Switzerland @ FYNCH HATTON
For me, it was a pleasure working with Younes because he is a dedicated and internationally experienced Key Account and Sales Manager with extensive specialist knowledge. He significantly contributed to the implementation of HUGO trade marketing measures and the opening of the first HUGO store in Kiev. He thereby proved that he is not only an expert on key account management but also knows the importance of marketing.

I highly recommend Younes to any company and am convinced that his competencies regarding performance optimization and customer relationship management will be beneficial.
Tayfun Külhan
Senior Global Marketing Manager, Brand Strategy & 360° Campaigns

Less activism. More system.

I don't work with standard models from theory, but with what actually happens in your company.

I look closely, sort out the situation, identify the bottlenecks and monitor implementation. The goal is not a concept for a drawer, but a sales and revenue structure that your team understands, supports and can use in everyday life.

Practice instead of theory

status analysis

Create structure

Accompany implementation

Systematic approach

My work is for Companies with substance.

Not for everyone. But for companies where clarity has an immediate effect.

For founders and managing directors who have built up a lot and notice that their organization has not grown to the same extent. If too much depends on yourself, you don't need any further external impetus, but a system that provides reliable support.

For companies with existing teams and structures that still have potential. If processes, responsibilities and decisions don't fit together properly, general advice won't help, just a precise look at the actual causes.

For decision makers who look at results, revenue and accountability. When it comes to margins, management and clear management, it's not beautiful models that count, but visible improvements in the business.

Structured working methods

Where I concrete support.

I work with three services that are interrelated and build on each other.

Sales analysis
A structured view of sales, processes, procedures and control. You can see where sales are lost, why there is friction and what exactly needs to change.
→ Suitable for: quick clarification and clear priorities


Development of sustainable sales structures
We develop a robust foundation for your sales and growth management: from processes and responsibilities to planning, tracking and management.
→ Suitable for: Companies that want to grow with substance


Ongoing strategic support
I will accompany you over a longer period of time as an external sparring partner with a clear view from outside and an understanding of the dynamics within.
→ Suitable for: Companies that want to permanently improve their performance

Where is revenue lost — and why?

diagnosis

Processes, roles, decision-making processes. Clearly organized.

structure

I'll stick with it. Until it takes effect.

escort

Measurable. sustainably. In the market.

upshot
About me

Who I Am.

I'm not a traditional consultant. I come from practice, from companies where decisions and deliveries had to be made under pressure, not just presented.

I worked for many years in responsible roles at the interface of sales, growth and implementation, including for brands such as Hugo Boss, Strellson, Windsor, JOOP, PVH (Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein) and J.Lindeberg.

It was never just about strategy, but always about results. Manage sales structures, develop markets, achieve growth across countries, channels and organizations.

I know the tension between strategic aspirations and operational reality. Between what looks good on slides and what actually works on the market.

What sets me apart is not complexity but clarity. I am not simplifying because topics are easy, but because only what is understood and can be used in everyday life is important.

Practice before theory
Over 12 years in responsible roles — not in a consulting office, but in the market.

Strategy meets implementation
I know both sides: the strategic requirements and the operational reality.

Clarity instead of complexity
What is not understood does not wear. That's why I'm simplifying — without simplifying.

Ready for more clarity?

A conversation. 30 minutes. No sales pressure. We will see together whether and how I can support you.

Not a script. Not a funnel. Not a rehearsed sales pitch. Instead, an honest exchange about your company and the question of what exactly should change.

Commercial clarity all
four weeks

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