Estefanía V.-Chemical Engineer (B.Sc.), Master in Management of Innovative Strategies for Business (M.A.)
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Experience
Product Development & Materials R&D Specialist
Freshly Cosmetics
- Led the development of Freshly Refill: Packaging system that saves up to 92% of CO2 emissions compared to previous packaging.
- Led the development of "Freshly SolidPod": ergonomic and refillable case designed for a rechargeable line of solid gel bars.
- Project management and product development of new launches and improvements of several cosmetic products (Shield 360 Skin Tint, Microbiome Smart Deodorant, Chocolate Self-Tanning Serum, Aloe Protection Aftersun).
- Improved sustainability of Packaging Portfolio from mixed plastic to 100% PCR PET and 100% PCR aluminum and monomaterial pumps.
Product Development & Projects
Freshly Cosmetics
- Led the development of Freshly Refill: Packaging system that saves up to 92% of CO2 emissions compared to previous packaging.
- Led the development of "Freshly SolidPod": ergonomic and refillable case designed for a rechargeable line of solid gel bars.
- Project management and product development of new launches and improvements of several cosmetic products (Shield 360 Skin Tint, Microbiome Smart Deodorant, Chocolate Self-Tanning Serum, Aloe Protection Aftersun).
- Improved sustainability of Packaging Portfolio from mixed plastic to 100% PCR PET and 100% PCR aluminum and monomaterial pumps.
BEFS Consultant
FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)
- Preparation for the procurement of a charcoal briquettes system in Seychelles
- Support with BEFS (Bioenergy and Food Security) and livestock residues assessment for Zambia.
- Support with the bioenergy potential assessment in Seychelles.
Data Management Analyst
Green Skip Services Ltd
- Yearly mass balance development.
- Support Environmental Audits for IPCC permits. Reporting to Environmental Authorities.
- Data analysis and management.
Industry experience
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Experienced in Cosmetics, Agriculture, and Energy.
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Experienced in Sustainability Management, Research and Development, Product Development, Project Management, Procurement, and Audit.
Summary
International background across Europe and Latin America, with broad expertise in innovation and sustainability, packaging, project management, and product development. Passionate about the circular economy and committed to driving impactful solutions and creating long-term value through cross-functional collaboration.
Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Management
- Product Development
- Adaptability To Change
- Optimisation Of Process
- Business Mind
- Innovation Projects
- Sustainability Projects
- Packaging & Materials
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Education
Universitat de València
Master in Management of Innovative Strategies for Business · Management of Innovative Strategies for Business · Valencia, Spain
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Diploma - BA Chemical Engineering · Chemical Engineering · Manizales, Colombia
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Experience
Global experience
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Profile
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Estefanía is based in Düsseldorf, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Estefanía speaks the following languages: Spanish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).
Estefanía has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Estefanía has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Estefanía may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Estefanía would be well-suited for roles such as: Product Development & Materials R&D Specialist, Product Development & Projects, BEFS Consultant.
Estefanía's most recent position is Product Development & Materials R&D Specialist at Freshly Cosmetics.
In recent years, Estefanía has worked for Freshly Cosmetics.
Estefanía is most experienced in industries like Cosmetics, Agriculture, and Energy.
Estefanía is most experienced in business areas like Sustainability Management, Research and Development, and Product Development. Estefanía also has some experience in Project Management, Procurement, and Audit.
Estefanía has recently worked in industries like Cosmetics.
Estefanía has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Research and Development.
Estefanía holds a Master in Management of Innovative Strategies for Business from Universitat de València and a Bachelor in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
Estefanía is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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