François Bottin graduated from the University of Paris X, where he gained a postgraduate diploma in Scientific Management Methods and a Masters in Modeling for Economics and Management.

François Bottin has 25 years' experience in the management of digital, data and IT programs and in managing international teams in the transport and logistics sector. His career path includes key program and team management positions with a leading player in maritime transport and logistics. He played a key part in this company’s digital transformation, covering applications, methodology, processes and HR.

François Bottin joined GEODIS in 2020, taking responsibility for Group applications and the roll-out of digital and data transformation programs.

He was appointed Executive Vice President, Digital and Technology of GEODIS in July 2023.