Julia Pavlova
About Julia Pavlova
Julia Pavlova serves as the Digital & Commercial Transformation Head at Avon, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in finance and business transformation, she has held various leadership roles at Avon and Unilever, contributing to strategic improvements and profitability management.
Current Role at Avon
Julia Pavlova serves as the Digital & Commercial Transformation Head at Avon, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on driving digital initiatives and commercial strategies to enhance the company's market presence. Additionally, she has been the Commercial Transformation Executive Director for Russia and Central Asia since 2020, overseeing transformation efforts in these regions.
Previous Experience at Avon
Prior to her current role, Julia held several positions at Avon. She was the Finance Executive Director for Eastern Europe from 2019 to 2020 and the Director of Global Business Transformation from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as the Finance Planning & Analysis Director for Eastern Europe from 2011 to 2016 and the Global Process Owners' Lead from 2018 to 2019. Her tenure at Avon has spanned various leadership roles, contributing to significant business transformation and financial strategy.
Experience at Unilever
Julia Pavlova has extensive experience at Unilever, where she worked in various roles from 2004 to 2011. Her positions included Treasury Manager, Internal Audit Manager, and Senior Commercial Manager for Foods. She was involved in SAP implementation and played a key role in profitability management and strategic investment in developing markets. This experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in financial management and operational efficiency.
Educational Background
Julia studied at the International University in Moscow, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from 1993 to 1997. She also attended the Finance Academy in Moscow, achieving a Specialist degree in Management Accounting from 1998 to 1999. Additionally, she completed her studies at CIMA, obtaining an Associate degree in Management Accounting from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in finance and management.
Leadership and Transformation Skills
Julia Pavlova has demonstrated strong leadership skills throughout her career. She effectively collaborates with senior leaders and colleagues, building motivated teams to drive process improvements. Her hands-on experience in business transformation PMO has contributed to successful changes in business systems and processes. She has also been involved in significant restructuring business case development, particularly in Treasury, Audit, and Supply Chain finance.