Global Procurement Category Lead - Skincare Make up Gift & Accessories at The Body Shop
📍 London, England, United Kingdom
Antonina Darbourne is a strategic procurement leader with over 10 years of experience in the cosmetics, personal care, and luxury fashion sectors. Currently at The Body Shop, she has a strong track record of managing global categories, leading teams, and delivering impactful cost reductions. Colleagues describe her as professional, enthusiastic, and collaborative.
With a Bachelors degree in Spanish and Italian from Cardiff University, Antonina has a deep appreciation for foreign languages and cultures, having also studied in Spain and Italy. Her interests include major beauty and fashion brands like LOréal, Ralph Lauren, and The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Unique fact: She combines her procurement expertise in the beauty industry with a specialized background in raw materials for luxury leather goods.
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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Global Procurement Category Lead - Skincare Make up Gift & Accessories
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview
How Antonina shows up
Demanding
ROI Conscious
Upfront
They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They respond well to confident salespeople. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.
Priorities
Topics Antonina cares about
Ethical Sourcing
Her experience at values-driven companies like The Body Shop and her skills in ethical sourcing and sustainability indicate this is a key professional focus.
Luxury Brand Procurement
Her career includes senior sourcing roles for luxury goods at Aspinal of London and managing premium beauty categories at The Body Shop and Avon.
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Career
Work history
2-2023
Global Procurement Category Lead - Skincare Make up Gift & Accessories
The Body Shop
9-2020 - 2-2023
Global Procurement Commodity Manager - Make Up
Avon
6-2016 - 9-2020
Senior Sourcing Manager Raw Materials
Aspinal of London Limited
5-2014 - 6-2016
Account Manager
Robelko International Leathers
12-2010 - 5-2014
International Sales Executive
Pittards plc
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