Toastmasters (Presentation Club)
Audrey Kim
Junior Product / Category Manager – Campingaz (BBQ Lines, EMEA Region, Job ID: 3181, Hattersheim Am Main)
Hospitalstrasse 22, Frankfurt Am Main
Summary
Results-driven professional with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions. Adept at problem-solving and consistently achieving measurable outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and operational efficiency. Recognized for adaptability and ability to meet changing organizational needs, driving success in dynamic environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Product Optimization Manager
Cosnova GmbH (Cosmetic Company)
05.2014 - 05.2024
- Analyze problems and potentials to optimize cosmetic products (Brand: CATRICE), which are sold in Germany and over seventy countries worldwide, in a whole aspect of formulas, key claims, primary packages, artwork designs, cost of goods, and sales figures
- Troubleshoot all types of sudden and urgent product related issues that arise from cosmetic manufacturing suppliers and package suppliers
- Present Product Optimization initiatives with the high and big urgency and strategical impact on the brand CATRICE twice a year to Marketing team
- Lead Product Optimization projects from the briefing to the first delivery of ‘optimized products’ to launch products in the market within 3 months to 1 year and deliver financial and non-financial Product Optimization outcomes to brand CATRICE, by closely cooperating with cosmetic full-service suppliers and package suppliers in France, Poland, Italy, Germany, Luxembourg, Czech Republic, Netherlands, UK, China, Taiwan, Canada
- Execute projects to constantly optimize and upgrade cosmetics to meet the very fast-paced cosmetic trends, increase sales and make the products ever green steady seller in the market
- Calculate preliminary cost of goods with retail selling prices, negotiate full-service prices with full-service suppliers to meet the target prices and reduce cost of goods
- (Example: Bestselling CATRICE lip gloss full-service price reduction by 8.3%)
- Negotiate package prices, MOQs, materials, and decoration methods with package suppliers to meet the target package prices and package’s aesthetic and sustainable aspects and reduce cost of goods
- (Example: Bestselling CATRICE concealer’s package price reduction by 6.4%)
International Sales Manager, B2B Cosmetic Business
Kolmar Korea (Cosmetic Company)
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Proposed new cosmetic concepts, formulas, concept ingredients, and packages in conjunction with marketing team and laboratories to various international cosmetic companies in Asia, EU, and North America to fulfill the customer’s diverse needs and creative concepts
- Offered and negotiated full-service prices with cosmetic companies and acquired new cosmetic development projects
- Executed and led cosmetic development projects to export quality Makeup and Skin Care products for clients, such as COTY, Calvin Klein ck One mascara, French L’OCCITANE group’s premium skin care brand erborian, and Japanese cometic company Doshisha
- Scheduled and tracked each step of a retro plan, checking raw material and package’s inventory and lead time, and bulk manufacturing/filling/assembling/quality control schedules to meet ETD and launch deadline of new cosmetic products
- Analyzed sales forecast, participated in cosmetic exhibitions in South Korea and New York City to promote ODM services, present novel cosmetics and acquire new potential international clients
Junior International Sales Manager
Bluebird (Mobile Computer Company)
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Development of sales strategies tailored to specific regional markets and and business clients
- Set objectives to achieve aggressive global sales goals.
- Collaborated with Regional Sales Managers to make strategic sales decisions
Real Estate Agent
Nicerent.com (Real Estate Agency)
01.2010 - 09.2010
- Marketed and leased apartments and houses for rent to international clients.
- Negotiated contracts and prepared financial documentation for rent, management fees, and utilities between landlords and tenants. Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Inspected and scheduled property viewings for potential tenants.
Intern
US Bridge (USA Visa Agency)
08.2009 - 10.2009
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Hongik University
Seoul, South Korea 04.2001 - 04.2009
MBA - Business Administration
Frankfurt School of Finance And Management
Frankfurt Am Main, Germany 04.2001 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Seocho High School
Seoul, South Korea 04.2001 -
Skills
Problem-solving abilities
Strategic planning
Project management
Cross-functional teamwork
Competitor research
Product management
Performance evaluations
Accomplishments
- Working as a Vice President Education (07.2024-present)
- Led the Club as a President successfully (07.2023-06.2024)
- Worked as a Vice President PR (10.2022-06.2003)
- German B1: In June 2024, I successfully passed the telc B1 exam.
- German B2: I have been attending a German B2 evening course since August 2024. Will take a test in March 2024.
Frankfurt School Toastmasters Club (Presentation Club)
German Course
Certification
Telc Deutsch B1 Certificate
Interests
Jogging
Timeline
Toastmasters Division F, International Speech Contest, 2nd Place
03-2024
Toastmasters Area F4, International Speech Contest, 1st Place
02-2024
Frankfurt School Toastmasters, International Speech Contest, 1st Place
01-2024
Telc Deutsch B1 Certificate
07-2023
Senior Product Optimization Manager
Cosnova GmbH (Cosmetic Company)
05.2014 - 05.2024
International Sales Manager, B2B Cosmetic Business
Kolmar Korea (Cosmetic Company)
02.2011 - 03.2014
Junior International Sales Manager
Bluebird (Mobile Computer Company)
10.2010 - 12.2010
Real Estate Agent
Nicerent.com (Real Estate Agency)
01.2010 - 09.2010
Intern
US Bridge (USA Visa Agency)
08.2009 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Hongik University
04.2001 - 04.2009
MBA - Business Administration
Frankfurt School of Finance And Management
04.2001 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Seocho High School
04.2001 -
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