Alicia Leurent
About Alicia Leurent
Alicia Leurent is the EUAU Ingredient Sourcing Leader at General Mills, based in Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France, France, with extensive experience in global raw material procurement and strategic sourcing.
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Alicia Leurent currently holds the position of EUAU Ingredient Sourcing Leader at General Mills in Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France, France.
Professional Experience at General Mills
Alicia Leurent is based in Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France, where she serves as the EUAU Ingredient Sourcing Leader for General Mills. In this role, she oversees the procurement of ingredients within the European and Australian markets, ensuring that supply chain operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Past Roles in Raw Material Procurement
Alicia Leurent has accumulated considerable experience in global raw material procurement. She has held various positions in prominent companies, starting as a Global Buyer of Raw Materials at ICL Group and RB in the Netherlands. Subsequently, she worked as a Raw Material Buyer at L'Oréal in Paris, France. Her roles have taken her through diverse markets and industries, including cosmetics and fast-moving consumer goods.
Education and Expertise
Alicia Leurent has a strong educational background that underpins her career in procurement and sourcing. She holds a Master’s degree in Innovative International Purchasing Management from KEDGE Business School, obtained after completing a course in généraliste - IAP - Ingenieur d'Affaire et Projet at EPF Ecole d'Ingénieurs. Her education has given her a strong foundation in both technical and strategic aspects of procurement.
Early Career and Consultancy Experience
Early in her career, Alicia worked as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist at LafargeHolcim, where she focused on global sourcing for energy and strategic materials. She also gained consultancy experience at Camondo Consulting, providing expertise in procurement and sourcing strategies. Additionally, she managed projects at Sequans Communications, which helped her to develop strong project management skills.
Ingredient Sourcing at Carambar & Co
In 2019, Alicia Leurent briefly held the role of Ingredients Sourcing Leader at Carambar & Co in Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France, France. Despite the short duration of her tenure, she showcased her versatility in handling various types of raw materials, further broadening her expertise in the field.