Coleen Speckman (MBA)
About Coleen Speckman (MBA)
Coleen Speckman is an Integrated Planning Manager in the Beauty sector at Avon, where she has worked since 2021. With over 15 years of experience in supply chain management, she has held various roles at Avon and possesses a strong background in the FMCG sector.
Current Role at Avon
Coleen Speckman serves as the Integrated Planning Manager for Beauty at Avon, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing integrated planning processes within the beauty segment. Additionally, she has been the Supply Chain Fashion and Home Cluster Lead for Western Europe since 2016. Her responsibilities encompass managing supply chain operations across multiple regions, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in product delivery.
Previous Experience at Avon
Coleen has held various positions at Avon since 2004. She worked as a Manager Designate from 2004 to 2005 and later as a Planning and Systems Manager from 2006 to 2009. Other roles included Order Fulfillment Manager in 2013 and WEMEA Service Model Transformation Project Manager from 2010 to 2011. She also served as a Merchandising Control Manager from 2011 to 2012 and as a Project Manager in Avon Spain from 2009 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Coleen Speckman studied at the University of Northampton, where she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2010 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in business administration and management. With 15 years of experience as a supply chain professional, she possesses strong commercial awareness and expertise in operations, cost reductions, and organizational change.
Background in FMCG Sector
Coleen has a robust background in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, with extensive experience in both the Regional European supply chain and the UK market. Her roles at Avon have equipped her with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and the operational challenges faced within the industry. She has demonstrated strong collaboration skills, enabling her to work effectively across various functions and levels of the organization.
Achievements in Operations and Development
Throughout her career at Avon, Coleen has demonstrated high achievements in operations, including significant cost reductions and successful organizational change initiatives. She has also focused on people development, showcasing her ability to lead teams and foster a collaborative work environment. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain processes at Avon.