Alexandra Fournier
Brussels
Summary
Results-driven technical service specialist with 14 years of experience in the B2B personal care ingredients sector. Expertise in both nature-derived and synthetic raw materials, with deep insight into market trends and customer needs. Adept at cultivating strong client relationships, driving business growth, and delivering innovative, sustainable solutions. Passionate about business development with a strategic mindset that aligns company goals with customer success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technical Service & Application Specialist
CARGILL BEAUTY
01.2021 - Current
- Partner with sales teams to define customer strategies, identify opportunities, and manage technical project pipelines
- Conduct regular client visits and organize customer/distributor workshops to strengthen partnerships
- Provide technical recommendations and tailored solutions aligning pricing, supply chain, and market trends
- Lead competitive raw material analysis and drive innovation projects with internal and external stakeholders
- Represent the company at global trade shows (In-Cosmetics, Suppliers' Day, Cosmetagora) and deliver key industry presentations
- Oversee technical service team coordination and mentor intern
Technical Service & Application Scientist
LUBRIZOL LIFE SCIENCE BEAUTY
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Delivered prompt technical solutions to direct key customers and distributors across multiple regions
- Developed industry-leading skin cleansing formulations, driving innovation with natural and high-performance ingredients
- Led competitive product analyses and initiated lab-based development projects for future growth
- Conducted customer workshops, captured market insights, and spearheaded concept formulations
- Supervised technician team and ensured efficient lab operations
Application Engineering & Technical Service
DOW CORNING BEAUTY CARE
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Conducted sensory and performance testing for new cosmetic formulations
- Contributed to patent co-writing and scientific research on silicone technologies
- Developed and refined formulation prototypes for skin care and color cosmetics
Application Engineering & Technical Service
DOW CORNING BEAUTY CARE INTERNSHIP
01.2010 - 01.2010
- Evaluated silicone polyether emulsifiers in skin care applications
Application Engineering
DOW CHEMICAL PERSONAL CARE INTERNSHIP
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Conducted stability and compatibility evaluations for shower gel formulations
Education
Engineer School - Formulation Chemistry: Cosmetics, Painting, Adhesives
Itech
Lyon01.2010
Preparatory Class - Scientific education (mathematics, physics and chemistry)
Centre International Valbonne
Sophia-Antipolis01.2007
Skills
- Client Engagement: Strong customer relationships, strategic business development
- Technical Expertise: Cosmetics formulation (skin care, hair care, cleansing, sun care)
- Market Knowledge: Industry trends, competitive analysis, sustainability innovation
- Leadership & Collaboration: Team coordination, presentations, cross-functional teamwork
- Project & People Management: Process optimization, mentoring interns, workshop facilitation
LANGUAGES
French: mother tongue
English: fluent
Italian: beginner
Dutch: beginner (on-going training- A2 level)
🎵 Piano, Music | 🏃♀️ Running, Ski, Racquet Sports | 🌍 Traveling
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Timeline
Senior Technical Service & Application Specialist
CARGILL BEAUTY
01.2021 - Current
Technical Service & Application Scientist
LUBRIZOL LIFE SCIENCE BEAUTY
01.2012 - 01.2021
Application Engineering & Technical Service
DOW CORNING BEAUTY CARE
01.2011 - 01.2012
Application Engineering & Technical Service
DOW CORNING BEAUTY CARE INTERNSHIP
01.2010 - 01.2010
Application Engineering
DOW CHEMICAL PERSONAL CARE INTERNSHIP
06.2009 - 08.2009
Engineer School - Formulation Chemistry: Cosmetics, Painting, Adhesives
Itech
Preparatory Class - Scientific education (mathematics, physics and chemistry)
Centre International Valbonne
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