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Michelle Barreres

Weehawken,NJ

Summary

Solution-focused Development Consultant with a proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and sustainable development practices. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency and reduce costs through process improvement initiatives. Strong communicator with exceptional problem-solving skills, adept at navigating diverse environments to achieve successful project outcomes. Committed to fostering continuous improvement and delivering impactful results in future endeavors.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Package Development Consultant

Estee Lauder Company
New York, NY
06.2011 - 12.2024
  • Led package development and testing initiatives for diverse hair care, cosmetic, fragrance, and skincare brands, from ideation to final execution
  • Cultivated strong rapport with team members and leadership, collaborating closely to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines
  • Monitored production environment health and identified potential risks associated with changes made during deployments
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes

Corporate Purchasing Manager

Diversapack
Iselin, NJ
01.2010 - 06.2011
  • Increased efficiency through optimization of procurement processes at multiple sites
  • Initiated and implemented a vendor scorecard process, a raw material quarterly review, and a customer cost savings review
  • Led a cross-functional packaging innovation team to develop customized solutions for clients
  • Created reports detailing spending patterns, cost savings initiatives, and other data related to procurement activities
  • Oversaw the responsibilities and progress of a group comprising of nine members

Group Director of Package Development & Purchasing

Liz Claiborne Cosmetics
New York, NY
01.1997 - 01.2008
  • Provided strategic leadership to enhance team performance for a 6 member team, while cost-effectively allocating a $75 million purchasing budget
  • Applied dynamic strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills to consistently achieve critical deadlines
  • Ensured exceptional quality in the creation, procurement, and monitoring of promotional initiatives for Liz Claiborne brands such as Juicy Couture, Usher, Curve, Lucky, Ellen Tracy, and Realities
  • Actively liaised between various marketing, advertising, and promotional teams to develop campaigns for the Juicy Couture fragrance lines, including marketing research, competitor analysis, and strategy implementation
  • Successfully developed teams to maximize performance in consistently delivering projects on time and within budget in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization, and leadership skills
  • Effectively analyzed seasonal trends to locate and define inefficiencies, and provide expert recommendations for boosting the operational efficiency of daily operations
  • Demonstrated strong communication and leadership skills in coordinating a broad spectrum of packaging and purchasing projects, defining expectations, tracking deadlines, overseeing manufacturing processes, and delivering cost-effective alternatives
  • Developed alternate label material contributing to $750,000 in cost savings within the first year
  • Received recognition with three FiFi Awards for pioneering success in Juicy Couture fragrance launch
  • Directed cost-optimization project, resulting in multi-million-dollar efficiencies
  • Travelled globally to participate in seasonal development trips
  • Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings

Skills

  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Budget Planning
  • Global Packaging Expertise
  • Effective Strategic Planning
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Organizational Development
  • Strategic Budget Development
  • Quality Management
  • Sustainability-focused
  • Strategic Pricing Negotiation

Certification

Additional experience as Purchasing Manager for Tsumura International from 1983-1992 and Package Developer for Sanofi Beaute from 1992-1997.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Package Development Consultant

Estee Lauder Company
06.2011 - 12.2024

Corporate Purchasing Manager

Diversapack
01.2010 - 06.2011

Group Director of Package Development & Purchasing

Liz Claiborne Cosmetics
01.1997 - 01.2008

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