Sylvia A. Navarette
East Stroudsburg
Summary
Project Manager with proven expertise in driving continuous improvements across project planning and implementation. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and mentoring associates to exceed stakeholder expectations. Experienced in accelerating project timelines while ensuring compliance and quality. Proficient in leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and communication in fast-paced environments.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager/Specialist
Coty Inc.
02.2018 - 07.2026
- Led multiple concurrent global projects from concept through commercialization and production readiness.
- Accelerated project timelines from an average of 18 months to approximately 6–8 months while maintaining quality and compliance requirements.
- Managed end-to-end project execution, coordinating activities across marketing, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, artwork design, and packaging teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to drive accountability and ensure on-time project delivery.
- Identified project risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks while implementing mitigation plans to prevent delays.
- Responsible for managing project scope, schedules, stakeholders, risks, and execution activities across multiple product categories.
- Developed and maintained project timelines, milestones, resource requirements, and deliverable schedules.
- Functioned as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers, facilitating communication and resolving issues.
- Led problem-solving initiatives and coordinated resolution of project challenges impacting timelines or business objectives.
- Integrated AI-enabled tools into project workflows, enhancing visibility and decision-making across project teams.
- Evaluated concepts, packaging components, shades, formulations, and development requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
- Supported global product launches while ensuring adherence to business objectives, quality expectations, and schedule commitments.
- Lead global product commercialization and development initiatives for one of the world's largest beauty and consumer products organizations.
- Improved project transparency through enhanced tracking and communication processes.
- Balanced multiple complex projects simultaneously within a fast-paced environment.
- Drove execution and collaboration across internal and external teams globally.
Quality Control Technician
Givaudan Fragrance
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted quality testing and inspections to verify adherence to quality standards.
- Managed quality documentation and contributed to quality assurance initiatives.
- Collaborated with operational teams to maintain product quality and consistency.
- Supported investigations and technical reviews, facilitating corrective action processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Chemistry
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg01-2017
Skills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Product Development
- Risk Management & and Mitigation
- Schedule optimization
- Agile & Waterfall Exposure
- Process Improvement
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Communication
- Cross-functional compliance
- MS Project
- Power BI
- Microsoft 365 proficiency
- AI Productivity Tools
Accomplishments
- Successfully reduced development timelines by more than 50%, improving organizational responsiveness to market demands.
- Managed multiple global commercialization initiatives simultaneously across various business categories.
- Developed project tracking solutions that improved reporting and visibility throughout the project lifecycle.
- Leveraged AI technologies to increase operational efficiency and support project decision-making.
Personal Information
Title: Project Manager | Project Specialist | Product Commercialization & Consumer Goods
Languages
English, Spanish
First Language
Certification
- PMP Certification Candidate – Exam Planned August 2026
- 35 Hours of Project Management Coursework Completed
Affiliations
- Korean Veterans Association, assisted Koreans receive VA benefits through legislation amends Title 38 of the United States Code
- Assisted Veterans with PTSD by teaching Martials Arts and Meditation
- Formulating Custom Skin & Hair Care Product bars (All‑Natural, Sustainable Ingredients) - (Sold at local Farmers Market)
Timeline
Project Manager/Specialist
Coty Inc.
02.2018 - 07.2026
Quality Control Technician
Givaudan Fragrance
06.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Chemistry
East Stroudsburg University