Justyna Wandels

Vice President Operations, Europe, Member of Management Board for EU entity

Once Upon a Farm

Oct 2024 - Current (2 years 1 month)

As Vice President of Operations Europe at Once Upon A Farm, I lead the end-to-end operational strategy to support the company’s expansion and growth across European markets, overseeing supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, and demand planning to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality fresh products. I am responsible for building and managing a resilient cold chain network that preserves product integrity from production to retail, while identifying and developing strategic partnerships with co-manufacturers, logistics providers, and distributors across the region. I ensure full compliance with European regulatory requirements, food safety standards, and local market specifications, and drive operational excellence by implementing scal

V-ce President, Supply Chain Operations Advisor | Global Expansion & Innovation Projects

ADVISOR

May 2024 - Sep 2024 (5 months)

Driving strategic supply chain initiatives to support the company’s international growth agenda. Accountable for establishing regional supplier partnerships, optimizing operational frameworks, and ensuring full regulatory compliance. Dedicated to creating a robust foundation for sustained market success and accelerated time-to-market. Spearheading end-to-end operational design, supplier network development, and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen readiness for future launches. Committed to building agile, efficient, and compliant operations supporting long-term growth.

Chief Operations Officer

yamo

Feb 2024 - Apr 2024 (3 months)

- Led the strategic development and organizational structure of the end-to-end value chain, quality, product development, and innovation processes that support dynamic business growth.
- Ensured operational excellence by developing a robust supply chain and operations team to attain performance goals.
- Developed and executed annual supply chain and operations budgets.
- Formulated innovation, product development, and quality management and assurance strategies.
- Liaised with key stakeholders and collaborated with the CEO and board of directors to build the long-term company strategy for Swiss Healthy Food Startup.

Head of Supply Chain Management

yamo

Jun 2023 - Feb 2024 (9 months)

- Implemented End-to-End Supply Chain Operating Model.
- Ensured operational excellence and strategic collaboration with the External Manufacturers.
- Implemented multiple cost savings initiatives improving overall P&L

Head of Operations

Livinguard Technologies AG

Jun 2022 - May 2023 (1 year)

- Spearheaded all operational and business development activities in the company.
- Led the design and implementation of business strategies, plans, and procedures in collaboration with the CEO.
- Oversaw daily operations, including supply chain and production, IT, legal, and customer service.
- Evaluated performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
- Developed and implemented a new licensing business operating model, transitioning from an inefficient, traditional supply chain.

Managing Director for Livinguard GmbH

Livinguard Technologies AG

Dec 2021 - May 2022 (6 months)

- Developed and implemented WMS, inventory management, customer orders fulfillment system, and processes.
- Built excellent customer service and customer collaboration for B2B, B2C, B2B2C, including digital and E-Commerce (Amazon, Shopify/Scoop).
- Developed business plan, strategy, and operational goals for the legal entity.

SVP, Head of Global Supply Chain Operations for Livinguard AG

Livinguard Technologies AG

Jun 2021 - May 2022 (1 year)

Livinguard Technologies AG is a microbiology and material sciences company that develops technologies to equip textiles and other materials with self-disinfecting properties.

- Developed and implemented initiatives such as E2E supply chain, joint value creation, duo-sourcing, supply contingency plans, supplier performance scorecards, and robust S&OP processes.
- Partnered with the group CFO to develop the annual budget planning, approval, and budget-controlling processes.
- Worked closely with the CEO, CFO, and board of directors to build the long-term company strategy and embed it into cross-departmental tactics and operational excellence.

Executive Consultant External Manufacturing, Dr Scholl Interim Global Product Supply Director

Yellow Wood Partners LLC

Mar 2021 - Jun 2021 (4 months)

- Executed the Scholl brand’s acquisition from Reckitt into Saturn Company, leading the global product supply and external manufacturing operations acquisition sub-workstream.
- Implemented a sustainable sourcing strategy, direct and indirect procurement, and supply planning processes.
- Designed P2P (procure to pay) processes, external manufacturing network, and operations across geographies.
- Renegotiated and renewed contracts with all the external manufacturers ensuring the best possible commercial conditions for the company's competitive advantage.

Director EMEA CMO/EMO (TPM), New Products Planning & Project Management

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc

Jul 2017 - Jan 2021 (3 years 7 months)

- Direct and coordinate end-to-end operations pertaining to 500+ annual innovation projects and product portfolio for 23 different Estee Lauder Brands, leading a high-performing team of 15 New Product Planners and Project Managers, while managing revenue of $1.5B.
- Consolidated three supply chain offices into a singular EMEA supply chain hub by successfully - spearheading EMEA regional and global supply chain re-organization.
- Led the end-to-end supply chain operations for EMEA, collaborating with external manufacturers.
- Formulated sourcing and procurement strategies for supplying goods and materials from supplier sites to the Estee Lauder supply network.
- Served as a subject matter expert for procurement process ex

Supply Chain, Contract Manufacturing Operations (CMO/TPM) EMEA Director

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc

Mar 2010 - Jun 2017 (7 years 4 months)

- Oversaw EMEA supply chain operations while collaborating with Contract Manufacturers (CMO), formulating plans regarding goods and material supply from suppliers’ operational sites to The Estee Lauder supply network, leading 2 Planning teams (in Belgium and in the UK).
- Managed the Right First Time New Products Implementation to the EMEA Region, attaining 97% OTIF through excellent project management while developing a strong link between S&OP/SC/NPI/PM processes with CMOs.
- Optimized operational framework and inventory levels as per required service/fill rates and variability in sales volumes and forecast.
- Saved ~$10M annually in inventory as well as improved basic business by ~98% through S&OP, CMOs (supplier) Consoli

Supply Chain Director, Contract Manufacturing Service Provider

Cosmetic Essence Innovations

May 2008 - Feb 2010 (1 year 10 months)

- Successfully established a new contract manufacturing facility (fragrance filling and gift sets assembly) and operational processes - CEI Poland (2008).
- Spearheaded the transfer of 2 filling lines and 4 assembly lines from the sister plant in the US while hiring and onboarding a new site operations team.
- Maximised productivity and reduced costs to optimal level by driving all Supply Chain, planning operations, and internal processes, including purchasing of raw materials and selection of local vendors based on price, service, agility, reliability, and supplier’s reputation.

Operations & Lean Manufacturing Director

GE

Oct 2005 - Apr 2008 (2 years 7 months)

- Led Site Operations Team and drove production in all manufacturing site resources (assembly, metal, and plastic components production, galvanic coating).
- Ensured a 50% increase in process efficiency and 40% OPEX savings by implementing lean manufacturing techniques with over 800 employees.
- Led fuses manufacturing line from the GE Site in Rovato Italy over to manufacturing site in Poland.
- Integrated Polish Manufacturing site into the Global S&OP and IBP processes.
- Developed and adhered to the annual Budget Plans.
- Developed and implemented multiple process improvement investment projects.

Resource Planning Director

GE

Apr 2000 - Sep 2005 (5 years 6 months)

- Led cross-functional, fully integrated planning process that incorporates make versus buy, capacity planning, scheduling, inventory, material, and associated cost elements.
- Ensured cross-functional partnership to drive the planning process, through financial integration, focusing on-demand plan valorization, inventory management, and overall business target setting.
- Developed capacity models for each resource for all manufacturing departments. Maintained global capacity visibility to manage manufacturing decisions.
- Led weekly Site Supply Review and monthly EMEA Regional Supply Commit.
- Implementing Vendor Consignment and Vendor Stock projects driving PDT and MLS reductions.

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