
Miguel Ladehesa Lois
Senior Project Manager | PMP® | Scrum Master | Digital Transformation | Supply Chain | OTC | PMO & Governance | GxP | NPD (Cosmetic–Pharma)
Salary / Daily rate
Geneva, Switzerland
Mobility: Switzerland, Denmark
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
📊 Senior Project Manager with a strong foundation in Finance, Supply Chain, and Project Management, leading cross-functional initiatives across the Pharma, FMCG, Chemical and Luxury sectors. 🔄 Passionate about leading organisations through transformation, building resilient teams, and driving cultural change. 🚀 Proven track record of delivering digital transformation, innovation, and NPD programs on time, within budget, and in compliance with GxP quality standards. Managed global teams of 20+ and multimillion-euro programs, ensuring strong governance and stakeholder alignment in highly regulated manufacturing environments. 🏅 Certified PMP and Scrum Master with an Executive Master in Global Supply Chain (EPFL). 🌐 Fluent in English, French, and Spanish. 🎯 Recognised for translating strategy into execution, simplifying complexity, and bringing clarity to fast-paced environments while facilitating collaboration in matrix organisations — resulting in up to 30% faster time-to-market and measurable business impact.
Work experience
OT Separation Project Lead (Consultant)
Haleon
Jun 2023 - Sep 2025
2 years 4 months
1260 Nyon, Switzerland
• Delivered the OT migration program at Nyon site on time and within budget, while ensuring compliance wiht GxP standards, internal quality rules, and validation guidelines (GAMP 5 / V-model). • Coordinated a team of 15 experts (Project Managers, IT specialists, SME, and CSV engineers), ensuring clear responsibilities, smooth collaboration, and successful delivery of project goals. • Acted as the main contact between Global and Local teams during the GSK–Haleon separation, helping both sides stay aligned and informed, especially with the Steering Committee (COPIL). • Shared regular updates with the Executive Committee (CODIR), including risks assesments, progress, and suggestions to support strategic decisions.
Senior Project Manager (Consultant)
Qim Info
Nov 2021 - Dec 2022
1 year 2 months
Vernier, Switzerland
Main customer : GIVAUDAN - Taste & Wellbeing Division • Supervised the Digital Transformation roadmap, acting as a central coordinator to monitor all initiatives, check timelines, and identify synergies, possible delays, or resource overlaps. • Created and implemented RACI matrices to define roles and responsibilities, helping internal and external teams work together more efficiently. • Applied Process Mining to assess new digital workflows and introduced performance metrics to demonstrate gains in efficiency and digital tool adoption. • Led Value Stream Mapping for the Sampling process (Order-to-Delivery), identifying areas for improvement and helping teams simplify operations.
Project Manager - Innovation (Consultant)
Galderma
May 2019 - May 2020
1 year 1 month
1800 Vevey, Switzerland
• Led global project teams in the Consumer Strategy & Innovation Group, managing projects from product ideation to industrialization. • Translated business strategy into concrete project actions, defining scope, timelines, and deliverables aligned with company goals. • Controlled scope changes and risks, making sure projects stayed on track. • Organized and led project meetings and Steering Committee presentations, including stage-gate approvals, budget reviews, and progress reports. • Supported collaboration across functions and external partners (including CDMOs), acting as main contact point for issue resolution. • Contributed to PMO practices, supporting the implementatino of new processes and templates to improve project follow-up and governance.
Project Manager - Global Initiative Leader (Consultant)
Coty
Mar 2017 - May 2019
2 years 3 months
Geneva Area, Switzerland
• Global and CAPEX project management of New Product Development (NPD), brand revamp, gross margin improvement, product rollout and Regulatory compliance initiatives. • End-to-end new product launches from conception to final delivery for ADIDAS, Mexx, Crossmen, Chanson & multi-brand cost saving projects. • Project planning and management via gate process incl.: gate review and submissions, issue resolution and escalation. • Procure-To-Pay process follow-up for promotional branded products. • Lead cross-functional team to deliver initiatives on time and within budget. • Foster and coordinate communication with main stakeholders and functional specialist (Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D and Mkt).
Customer Service Coordinator (Consultant)
Ralph Lauren
Sep 2015 - Mar 2017
1 year 7 months
Geneva Area, Switzerland
• Supported implementation of SAP- OTC modules from JD Edwards (JDE), including data validation, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and functional support for end users. • Monitored daily sales order status, ensuring accurate entry and timely release to meet delivery schedules. • Collaborated with Credit Control and regional teams to resolve held accounts, manage returns, and process credit notes. • Generated regular reports and analysis on purchase orders, delivery status, returns, and credit note activity.
Warehousing Project Manager (Consultant)
SIG
Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
4 months
Geneva Area, Switzerland
• Assessed various logistic solutions within Decentralized Logistic project. • Organization of secondary sites; Analysis and definition of the stored items; warehousing, material flow and inventory management. • Conducted logistics analysis and proposed delivery strategies for urgent and replenishment items, balancing vehicle type, frequency, and cost.
Supply Chain - Customer Service Specialist (Consultant)
Beckman Coulter
Feb 2013 - Jan 2014
1 year
1260 Nyon, Switzerland
• Supported the transition of Spanish market operations from wholesalers to Beckman HQ in Nyon, ensuring smooth centralization. • Standardized order management procedures and optimized end-to-end order flow from intake to delivery. • Analyzed KPIs to detect performance gaps and trends, implementing corrective actions to maintain customer service levels. • Managed inventory for low-supply items and coordinated with internal departments to meet SLAs and GDP (cold chain) compliance for medical devices.
Customer Service Representative for Key Strategic Accounts (KSA)
Firmenich
Apr 2012 - Oct 2012
7 months
Région de Genève, Suisse
• Managed full order fulfillment cycle for strategic accounts, coordinating shipments and deliveries with production and transport teams. • Led weekly order review meetings with customers to align demand planning and ensure accurate forecasting. • Prepared customs documentation including certificates of origin, proforma invoices, and packing lists. • Handled claims, returns, and credit notes, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
Lexmark
Oct 2005 - Oct 2011
6 years 1 month
Budapest, Hungary
Order Management Manager
Jun 2010 - Oct 2011
1 year 5 months
Budapest, Hungary
• Built and coached the local Order Management team, promoting collaboration across departments. • Tracked and analyzed KPIs to improve operational performance and implemented corrective actions when needed. • Led continuous improvement and harmonization of internal projects with key stakeholders to apply best practices and ensuring all operations are SOX compliant while optimizing company’s revenue at month-end. Achievements: • Successfully transitioned Order Management operations from Switzerland to Hungary. • Increased customer satisfaction by 10%.
Team Leader Customer Service / Order-To-Cash (OTC)
Jun 2007 - Jul 2010
3 years 2 months
Geneva Area, Switzerland
OTC - Team Leader (5 people) • Monitored and reported OTC KPIs to improve process efficiency. • Managed cash collection and maintained delinquency levels within company targets. • Acted as liaison between operational and IT teams during SAP OTC modules implementation, including data validation, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and functional support for end users. • Served as JD Edwards key user during SAP migration for Italy, Portugal, and Spain. • Identified automation opportunities for back-office tasks and supported transition to offshore teams in the Philippines. Achievements: • Succesful SAP implementation. • Reduced delinquent payments below 5%. • Resolved claims, returns, and credit notes within 10 working days. • Successfully transitioned Order Management operations from Spain and Portugal to Switzerland.
Customer Service and Demand Planner
Oct 2005 - Jul 2007
1 year 10 months
Région de Madrid, Espagne
• Partnered with commercial teams to align demand and supply planning. • Identified supply risks and implemented corrective actions to avoid disruptions. • Adjusted forecast history and tracked key order metrics to improve accuracy. • Trained new Spanish team during department transition to Geneva. Main achievements: • Maintained high customer service levels during team relocation. • Ensured blocked orders were resolved within two working days.
Risk Analyst and A/P & A/R Accountant
General Motors Corporation GMAC Lease BV
Oct 2001 - Oct 2005
4 years 1 month
Région de Madrid, Espagne
• Performed risk analysis and monitoring to support financial decision-making. • Managed adjustments in balance sheets and profit & loss accounts. • Handled accounts receivable/payable and reconciled bank statements. • Assisted in month-end closing activities under local and US GAAP standards.
Education
EPFL
IML Executive Master, Global Supply Chain Management, Global Supply Chain Management
2014 - 2014
1 month
Joint diploma with: International Institute of Logistics Management (IML) Ecole Nationale des Ponts & Chaussées (Paris)
Universidad CEU San Pablo
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) 5yrs, Business Administration and Management, General, Business Management
1997 - 2003
6 years 1 month
Licenses & certifications
Scrum Master
Issued: –
PMP - Project Management Professional
Issued: –
Digital Transformation Specialist Certifications
Issued: Nov 2024
Business Development: Strategic Planning
Issued: Dec 2022