Karl Trepanier
About Karl Trepanier
Karl Trepanier serves as the Chief Operating Officer at ILIA Beauty, where he applies his extensive experience in sourcing and operations to enhance team engagement and customer satisfaction. Fluent in English, French, and Portuguese, he has held various leadership roles at L'Oréal and Urban Decay Cosmetics, demonstrating a strong ability to manage culturally diverse teams and improve operational efficiency.
Current Role at ILIA Beauty
Karl Trepanier serves as the Chief Operating Officer at ILIA Beauty, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the company's operational strategies and initiatives, focusing on enhancing efficiency and effectiveness within the organization. His leadership is characterized by a commitment to improving profits, quality, service, and customer satisfaction. Trepanier's experience in operations management is instrumental in driving ILIA Beauty's growth and success in the competitive beauty industry.
Previous Experience at L'Oréal
Trepanier has a significant history with L'Oréal, where he held various positions from 2002 to 2016. His roles included Technical Packaging Engineer, Manager of Purchasing, Director of Purchasing, and Vice President of Purchasing. He also served as the Sourcing Center Director for the Latin America Zone. This extensive experience allowed him to develop a deep understanding of sourcing and procurement processes, contributing to his expertise in improving operational efficiency and team engagement.
Leadership at Urban Decay Cosmetics
Before joining ILIA Beauty, Karl Trepanier worked as Vice President of Operations at Urban Decay Cosmetics from 2016 to 2019. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing operational functions and implementing strategies to enhance the brand's market presence. His leadership contributed to the optimization of operations and improved customer satisfaction during his tenure.
Education and Expertise
Karl Trepanier studied at Polytechnique Montréal, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from 1997 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in operations and procurement. Trepanier's fluency in English, French, and Portuguese enhances his ability to lead culturally diverse teams and navigate international markets effectively.
Negotiation and Strategic Sourcing Skills
Trepanier is known for his extensive experience in negotiating contracts across North America, Europe, and Latin America. His strategic sourcing and procurement decisions have led to improvements in profits, quality, and service levels within the organizations he has worked for. His ability to balance entrepreneurial flexibility with corporate rigor is a hallmark of his leadership style, enabling him to drive team engagement and operational success.