Pamella Merlonetti

Oversee purchasing operations and manage an €8M annual budget, implementing global procurement strategies and achieving a 10% annual cost reduction while enhancing supplier performance and supply chain resilience.

Managed procurement of 30% of interior plastic parts across five vehicle models, led global RFQs (~€10M tender) and delivered ~5% cost reductions through negotiations, value engineering and benchmarking.

Managed marketing budgets and campaign performance for skin and oral care brands, coordinated agencies on packaging and communications, and supported marketing and S&OP planning.

Evaluated and managed suppliers for promotional campaigns, controlled budgets and supplier performance to ensure quality, timely delivery and cost efficiency across Danone brands.

Supported hotel operations by validating KPIs, coordinating VIP guest experiences and managing scheduling and event planning for senior management to ensure service quality.

Led validation of a new production line, produced acceptance reports, developed operator manuals and defined KPIs to measure and improve filling area productivity.

Executed merchandising strategy for small retailers to improve product positioning, conducted sales meetings and maintained client follow-up to drive business development.

Activities and societies: Personal Development Program covering Negotiation, Communication Skills, and Teamwork orientation.

Completed a Master in International Management at EADA Business School, focusing on leadership, negotiation, and finance-related skills.

Activities and societies: Financial Statements Analysis course (Cendeco, UNIMET) and involvement in engineering project work.

Earned a degree in Industrial Engineering with coursework in production systems, operations, and project engineering.