Caroline Barde
About Caroline Barde
Caroline Barde serves as the Procurement Logistics Manager for two plants at Groupe Rocher, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in project buying and commodity purchasing, she aims to educate her team on optimal decision-making to mitigate supply chain challenges.
Current Role at Groupe Rocher
Caroline Barde serves as the Procurement Logistics Manager for two plants at Groupe Rocher since 2019. In this role, she manages a team of nine individuals, focusing on the timely delivery of raw materials and components. Her responsibilities include educating her team on optimal decision-making to mitigate plant shortages, especially in light of increasing market lead times and prices.
Previous Experience at Groupe Rocher
Prior to her current position, Caroline Barde held multiple roles at Groupe Rocher. She worked as a Project Buyer for Packaging from 2011 to 2013 and then transitioned to Project & Operation Buyer for Packaging - Skin Care from 2013 to 2014. After that, she served as a Project Buyer for Packaging in the Mexico City region for six months in 2014 to 2015. Her extensive experience at Groupe Rocher spans over several years and various aspects of procurement.
Experience at Other Companies
Before joining Groupe Rocher, Caroline Barde worked at Valeo Engine Cooling as a Commodity Buyer in 2011 for five months. She also gained experience as a Purchasing Intern at Orpea in 2010 and as an Assistant Brand Manager at DIM in 2009. Additionally, she worked as an Assistant Marketing professional at Valenite in 2008. These roles contributed to her expertise in procurement and logistics.
Education and Qualifications
Caroline Barde studied at TBS Education and Strathclyde University, where she developed her knowledge and skills in procurement and logistics management. Her educational background supports her current role and previous positions in the industry.
Language Proficiency
Caroline Barde is fluent in French and English and possesses a good working knowledge of Spanish. She also has beginner-level proficiency in Russian. This multilingual capability enhances her communication skills in diverse business environments.