Alexis Vaganay

 
Profile Summary
 

Alexis Vaganay is an impressive business leader known for his expertise in turning around companies and developing people. He currently holds the position of Global Chief Commercial Officer at Coty, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Alexis is recognized for his authenticity, vision, and digital know-how. His strong communication skills help foster a cohesive and results-focused work environment.

 
Career Overview
 

Alexis's career path is marked by several pivotal roles.

• Since December 2020, he has been leading Coty's Global Consumer Beauty division, reporting directly to the global CEO. His efforts have led to an increase in market share and profitable growth for the division.
• Prior to this, he managed Coty's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) P&L during the challenging COVID-19 period from May to December 2020.
• Before that, he was responsible for the luxury and consumer beauty divisions' P&L in the UK and Ireland from August 2019 to May 2020.
• His ability to integrate P&G Prestige and effectively manage the UK's luxury P&L from June 2016 to August 2019 showcases his strong leadership skills.

Before joining Coty, Alexis held several significant positions at BIC.

• From July 2013 to May 2016, he managed net sales and profits for North America while serving as the Acting CMO.
• His tenure in Europe saw him turning around the Swiss BIC business and setting the innovation agenda from January 2012 to June 2013.
• From May 2009 to December 2011, he focused on long-term strategic planning and digital marketing for BIC in the EMEA region.

 
Early Career
 

Alexis began his career with Unilever, where he developed successful products like "White Now" toothpaste and mouthwash. His journey at Unilever from January 1999 to April 2009 saw him managing various brands in personal and home care. Earlier in his career, Alexis served as a Navigation Officer in the French Navy, ensuring the safety of the crew during missions in the Asia Pacific.

• His first professional experiences include working as an intern in the M&A Department at Société Générale and several roles at Nestlé, where he eventually became the Best National Sales Representative.

 
Education
 

Alexis's educational background is solid. He earned a Master's degree in Finance and Marketing from ESCP Business School and another Master of Business Studies in Business Administration from University College Dublin.

 
Languages and Skills
 

Fluent in French, Arabic, English, Italian, and Spanish, Alexis Vaganay has demonstrated his ability to lead and innovate across various international markets and industries. His skills in strategic vision, change management, and P&L oversight have been key drivers in his successful career.