Kalon Executive Search & Staffing will find you the right match in any health & wellness sector, including nutrition, beauty, and fitness. Here are our top 4 candidates of the week:
Cayla – Customer Experience Specialist
- With over 10 years of experience in client relationship management and business development, Cayla has had the privilege of working with top-tier clients.
- Leading key initiatives that drive client satisfaction and growth, her work has spanned managing client relationships, developing strategic partnerships, and guiding clients through onboarding and adoption of new technologies.
- Cayla played a crucial role in developing AI-powered tools from a client perspective, significantly enhancing user experience and boosting overall satisfaction.
- She is adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams—including marketing, product development, and operations—to deliver tailored solutions and achieve impactful results.
- While her recent experience has been primarily with media and large consumer brands, Cayla’s passion for health and wellness continues to inspire her.
- She has a deep interest in nutrition, holistic treatments, and physical fitness, which fuels her desire to contribute to solutions that promote well-being.
- Cayla is excited to apply her skills in this space, bringing genuine enthusiasm for creating client experiences that align with wellness goals through innovative solutions or thoughtful engagement strategies.
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Alana – Director of Supply Chain
- Alana is a seasoned supply chain professional with 24 years of comprehensive experience across various aspects of supply chain management, including customer support, logistics, demand planning, supply management, and procurement.
- For the past 15 years, she has been directing supply chain operations across diverse product groups with a particular focus on the beauty industry for the last decade.
- Alana has extensive experience in raw materials and components management within the beauty sector.
- Alana worked for 6 years at a food and beverages company, progressing to External Demand and Supply Planner.
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- She Developed demand planning for an external production category, special pack innovations, and seasonality products.
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- Key Highlights of her career:
- Successful implementation of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.
- Proven track record in inventory reduction through improved forecast accuracy.
- Development of supply strategies focused on maintaining stock of critical items.
- Leadership in demand review presentations to senior management.
- Skilled team manager and mentor, overseeing a team of 6 core professionals.
- Demonstrated improvements in key performance indicators such as On-Time In-Full (OTIF), Goal vs Actuals, and Margins.
- Cayla’s adaptability to new systems and computer proficiency make her an asset in today’s technology-driven supply chain environment.
- Furthermore, her ability to foster cross-functional partnerships, both internally and externally, contributes to her success in driving supply chain excellence.
- With her extensive experience and proven track record, she is well-positioned to lead and optimize supply chain operations in complex business environments.
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Robert – Director of Supply Chain
- Robert is a seasoned Procurement and Supply Chain leader with over a decade of experience driving operational excellence in the nutritional and dietary supplement industry.
- Holding a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management from Boston University, he brings a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and strong leadership skills, making him an ideal candidate for the Director of Supply Chain role.
- At a nutrition company, Robert implemented procurement strategies that reduced raw material costs by 25%, aligning supply chain activities with broader company objectives.
- His experience in leading cross-functional teams ensures seamless collaboration across departments, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Robert has consistently delivered cost savings and operational improvements through strong vendor management and negotiation.
- His successful implementation of global procurement programs and vendor qualification standards highlights his ability to optimize relationships and drive value.
- As a leader, Robert has guided supply chain teams to achieve significant results, including the launch of 100+ products and the development of inventory control systems that boosted performance by 25%.
- His hands-on, strategic approach ensures teams meet complex challenges with effective solutions.
- In his most recent position at a nutrition company, Robert was hired to help position the company to sell and successfully accomplished this outcome.
- He is now seeking a long-term role with a company that holds the same values for health and wellness where he can mentor and bring his expertise to the table.
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Shane – Sales & Business Development Executive
- Shane is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the ingredients and B2B sectors, specializing in developing and commercializing branded efficacy-based ingredients for wellness.
- He has a proven track record of success in global marketing, sales, and business development roles across multiple regions and cultures.
- He is Bi-lingual in Russian and English.
- Achievements in Product Development and Market Expansion:
- Extensive experience working with international organizations, managing globally distributed teams, and representing foreign companies in the US.
- Global Head of Marketing, responsible for a $200+ million nutritional portfolio.
- Director of Sales, overseeing global business development and sales, working with 200+ brands worldwide.
- Chief Business Officer at a French biotech start-up developing novel bioactives from micro-algae.
- Expert in selling science-substantiated health ingredients to brands and contract manufacturers.
- Strong understanding of the dietary supplement industry, supply chain, and key participants.
- Deep knowledge of competing ingredients and underlying clinical data in segments such as anti-inflammatory, cognitive, and mental health, immune support, and sports nutrition.
- Led clinical data development, establishing a research strategy resulting in 7 completed and ongoing human clinical studies to develop unique competitive positioning for products.
- Implemented SalesForce, creating and implementing SOPs for sales and operations teams.
- Industry Connections:
- Launched a new botanical ingredient for cognitive health, securing initial sales with a leading D2C brand in the US.
- Created and launched the first natural bio-active with published clinical data for the e-gaming market, successfully introduced in the US. Co-inventor on a granted patent.
- Collaborated with over 100 customers/brands in the US to create market awareness–establishing initial customers and building revenues.
- Hired and trained sales and marketing teams, establishing and managing a network of 4 global distributors across the US, EU, and Japan.
- With a career spanning over two decades, Shane has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive innovation, expand market presence, and foster strong industry relationships.
- His expertise in developing science-backed ingredients, coupled with his global leadership experience, positions him as a valuable asset in the competitive wellness industry.
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