Anna Matusiak-Szymaszek
Lagiewniki Nowe
Summary
Dynamic Pack Process Senior Manager, bringing strategic leadership and operational excellence to drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, team collaboration, and process optimization with keen focus on achieving results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering culture of accountability, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong decision-making, effective communication, and building high-performing teams. Strong Leader focused on Equality and Inclusion within the Teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pack Process Senior Manager
P&G Gillette
01.2020 - Current
- Managing large-scale projects and introducing new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives - successfully implemented 5 big Stream 1 Initiatives within 5 years
- Leading Campus Female Network, organising events, partnering with Equality and Inclusion Team, building strong foundations around inclusive workplace, received CEO award for inclusive work environment.
- Leading cross-functional teams to develop and implementing strategic initiatives for new product launches.
- Utilising multiple process tools to mitigate risks at early initiative stage.
- Championing process improvement initiatives that lead to significant cost savings without compromising on quality standards.
- Mentoring/ coaching junior managers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Providing strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Collaborating closely with peers from other departments to drive organisational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Reducing costs, optimising resource allocation, and improving efficiency in managing projects.
Senior Packaging Project Manager
P&G Gillette
04.2016 - 01.2020
- Led the new design creation from the beginning till the end for primary, secondary and tertiary pack structured, meeting quality, consumer and market requirements (led 5-7 initiatives/ year).
- Ensured the documentation is in place and all systems are up to date.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed project outcomes to identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Managed contractors and assigned tasks connected with project support, lab testing, system updates.
- Specialized in: carton forming, flexible packaging, printing technologies.
Packaging Development Engineer
P&G Gillette
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Led end-to-end packaging work process, lab testing, line trials
coordination, specification approvals in the system (e.g. Drafted 2D and 3D designs using hand drawings and AutoCAD software) managed projects with suppliers and contractors. - Budget and schedule control.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Artwork Process Transition Manager
P&G Gillette
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Led department move and knowledge transfer from one country to another (group if artwork planners)
- Coach/ trainer for the new Organization and then Manager of the Team (7 employees)
- Led cross-functional teams to implement change management strategies and ensure smooth transitions.
- Developed and executed transition plans, aligning resources with organizational objectives.
- Analyzed existing processes and identified opportunities for improvement to enhance operational efficiency.
Program Manager
P&G Gillette
12.2009 - 03.2012
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans (MS Project) to align with organizational goals.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to identify project requirements and expectations.
- Analyzed project performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
SAP KU
P&G Gillette
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Led successfully complex SAP implementation in one of the P&G plants.
- Acted as a business owner for the mapped processes, worked on
continuous process improvements. - Direct reporting line to Geneva.
Foreign Cooperation Specialist
PGF Polska Grupa Farmaceutyczna
08.2008 - 10.2008
- Maintained contact with business partners.
- Made new business connections with pharmaceutical producers and healthcare products manufacturers.
- Developed marketing plans for a new product under a private label.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Technical University of Łódź
Łódź10-2008
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Data-driven decision making
- Documentation and reporting
- Cross-functional communication
- Talent development
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeTimeline
Pack Process Senior Manager
P&G Gillette
01.2020 - Current
Senior Packaging Project Manager
P&G Gillette
04.2016 - 01.2020
Packaging Development Engineer
P&G Gillette
03.2013 - 03.2016
Artwork Process Transition Manager
P&G Gillette
03.2012 - 03.2013
Program Manager
P&G Gillette
12.2009 - 03.2012
SAP KU
P&G Gillette
01.2009 - 12.2009
Foreign Cooperation Specialist
PGF Polska Grupa Farmaceutyczna
08.2008 - 10.2008
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Technical University of Łódź