+€2B
Annual turnover
Redesigning Operations and Optimizing Supply Chain in Cosmetics Production
A leading cosmetics supplier faced declining profitability due to rising costs and an outdated industrial strategy. EFESO conducted a comprehensive review, redesigning operations across six factories and simplifying the supply chain to improve efficiency, productivity, and long-term financial performance.
Industry: Life Sciences
Service: Factory Planning
Service: Operations Strategy and Transformation
Service: Supply Chain
Our Client
A leading cosmetics supplier with €2B annual turnover, producing a wide range of cosmetic products. EFESO’s engagement focused on reviewing and redesigning industrial strategy and operations across six factories.
The Challenge
Annual profitability was declining by a few percentage points due to inflation and rising costs, and the industrial strategy had not been updated for several years. The company needed a comprehensive review to:
- Restore profitability and efficiency
- Redesign factory operations to reflect changes in product portfolio
- Optimize internal flows and supply chain processes
- Align operational footprint with long-term strategy
Real Results Achieved Together
EFESO’s industrial strategy review and operational redesign established the foundation for sustainable profitability and optimized operations.
+5–6%
EBITDA expected in 5 years
Transformation Impact
- Redesigned operations across six factories, including downsizing and specialization
- Simplified supply chain flows to improve efficiency and productivity
- Developed a five-year industrial strategy to restore profitability
Our Approach
EFESO conducted a comprehensive review of the company’s industrial strategy and operations, including:
- Redefining the industrial strategy for the next five years
- Proposing operational changes for six factories, including redesign and specialization
- Optimizing internal flows and supply chain to simplify processes
The program leveraged EFESO capabilities in Footprint Organization, Strategy, and Supply Chain to deliver measurable improvements in productivity and profitability.
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