Lucie Maisonneuve
About Lucie Maisonneuve
Lucie Maisonneuve is a Direct Category Manager with a background in Chemistry and extensive experience in the chemical industry, particularly in product development and marketing. She has worked for notable companies such as Revlon, SEPPIC, and Stepan Company, managing supply chain operations across EMEA and globally.
Work at Stepan Company
Lucie Maisonneuve currently serves as the Direct Category Manager at Stepan Company, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she oversees both regional and global supply chain operations and manages contract manufacturing for the EMEA region. Her extensive experience in handling chemical raw materials contributes to her effectiveness in this strategic role. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Business Development Manager for Consumer Products at Stepan Company from 2014 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Lucie Maisonneuve has a solid educational background in chemistry. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Claude Bernard University (Lyon 1) from 2006 to 2009. Following this, she obtained a Master's Degree in Chemistry and Formulation in Personal Care Products from ISIPCA, studying from 2009 to 2011. In 2018, she furthered her education at Lake Forest Graduate School of Management for 11 months. This combination of education has equipped her with a strong foundation in both chemical sciences and management.
Background in R&D and Marketing
Lucie Maisonneuve has a diverse professional background that includes roles in research and development as well as marketing. She began her career as an intern at Mary Kay, Inc. in 2005, where she worked as an R&D Formulating Chemist. From 2011 to 2012, she worked at Revlon in Barcelona as an R&D Chemist focused on new product development in professional hair care products. Following this, she served as an Operational Marketing Product/Market Manager at SEPPIC from 2012 to 2014, gaining valuable experience in marketing strategies.
Experience in Chemical Raw Materials
Lucie Maisonneuve possesses extensive experience in handling chemical raw materials across EMEA and global markets. Her roles at Stepan Company and previous positions have involved strategic oversight of supply chain operations, which has enhanced her expertise in this area. This experience allows her to effectively manage and coordinate the complexities associated with chemical raw materials in various markets.