Paula Houtenville
Cranbury,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Fragrance Development Director with Sales and Management experience. Strong Business acumen through diverse experiences and cross-functional collaboration, and a focus in driving business growth and fostering employee engagement. Skilled in sales strategy development and leadership, my approach boosts organizational performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fragrance Development Director
dsm-firmenich-firmenich
04.2000 - Current
- Fragrance Development experience since 2000
- Managed briefs and coordinated strategies across teams to align with project objectives and business goals
- Designed and implemented onboarding and training programs for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team
- Recruited and hired interns and employees, building a high-performing and well-connected development team
- Led change management initiatives, fostering employee engagement and driving organizational growth
- Mentored team members, promoting skill development and succession planning
- Previously managed Firmenich Perfumery Labs, including Oil Retrieval and Perfumer Assistants.
- Conducted research on market trends and consumer preferences in order to identify potential fragrance opportunities.
- Ensured that all fragrances meet industry standards as well as internal specifications.
- Responsibility or achievement related to HR/business partner role, e.g., "Implemented employee feedback systems to enhance workplace satisfaction."]
Sales Account Manager
Firmenich
Plainsboro, NJ
02.2009 - 10.2012
- Delivered exceptional account service to strengthen customer loyalty.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Managed account to ensure customer satisfaction and account retention.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
Education
Master’s Degree - Education
The University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW, Australia11-1988
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
The University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW, AustraliaSkills
- Training & Development
- Employee Engagement
- Leadership & Mentorship
- Change Management
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Business development
- Sales negotiations
- Sales strategy development
- Enthusiastic yet professional demeanor
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Mentor & Coach, Local School or Organization Name, [City], [State], [MM/YYYY], [MM/YYYY], Led sports and extracurricular activities, mentoring students to build skills for success beyond high school., Organized career readiness workshops and events to support students’ post-graduation goals.
Timeline
Sales Account Manager
Firmenich
02.2009 - 10.2012
Fragrance Development Director
dsm-firmenich-firmenich
04.2000 - Current
Master’s Degree - Education
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
The University of Wollongong
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