Kimberly Smith Email & Phone Number

New Berlin, New York, US

New Berlin, New York, US

New Berlin, New York, US

• Lead the implementation and launch of 400+ new items, countless renovations, and hundreds of artwork changes across all brands in our North American business
• Execute productivity initiatives that have delivered over $20MM in annual savings
• Lead cross-functional teams with folks in multiple countries and time zones
• Ensure compliance with GS1 guidelines for UPC/GTIN and Orthodox Union kosher documentation
• Train employees on the commercialization process and tools, including Smartsheet, both within NPD and across the organization
• Support our Club Channel in development of a product pipeline that meets our strategic goals

New Berlin, New York, US

• Created commercialization process utilizing the stage gate methodology
• Standardized project timelines and communication channels for all open projects
• Implemented a new project management tool in our department, which is now used company wide
• Launched over 100 new items and implemented optimizations, and changes to existing items

• Identify investment properties that met our financial goals
• Negotiate the purchase of rental properties
• Secure funding for our properties and their renovation
• Design the layout of each apartment to maximize space, safety and comfort
• Interviewed and hired a property manager that handles tenant relations

Camden, NJ, US

• Led cross-functional project teams to launch all new products for Campbell’s Condensed, Chunky, Wolfgang Puck, Slow Kettle, and Homestyle brands
• Executed multiple brand change initiatives, ending with the transition to the Homestyle branding.
• Board Member for the Bridge Affinity Network, led a committee charged with organizing large scale events at our world headquarters that focused on generational differences both in our workplace and in our consumers

Camden, NJ, US

• Supported the successful launch of Campbell's Slow Kettle, a premium soup product line, by providing on-site support and troubleshooting during commercialization.
• Developed manufacturing procedures primarily for soup and sauce products
• Member of cross functional project teams focused on launching new or optimized products
• Helped establish standards and guidelines for writing procedures to improve consistency and allow for better understanding in our manufacturing sites
• Conduct product feasibility testing in our pilot plant as well as at our manufacturing sites

Addison, TX, US

• Successfully built a business as a Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant focused on boosting women's self confidence.
• Built a customer base and provided excellent customer service.
• Developed presentation skills and confidence when talking in front of a group.
• Developed tools to help secure appointments and sales.
• Managed the P&L for the business.

Blackfriars, London, GB

• Directly involved in TPM rollout at a Unionized spreads plant
• Established the Effective Maintenance Pillar to support site TPM efforts
• Developed methods to manage F-Tag flow, progress, and completion
• Supported the Maintenance Department’s 18 Mechanics from all 3 shifts
• Developed Pillar and Department KPI’s
• Analyzed breakdown data and implement countermeasures to improve site OEE

Purchase, New York, US

• Potato Chip Processing and Packaging ResourceJanuary 2007 to August 2008
• Lead a team of 27 Technicians (non-union)
• Worked with members of Corporate R&D to trial and commission new productsMaintenance Resource January 2005 to January 2007
• Led a team of 14 Mechanics (non-union)
• Developed a site downtime tracking tool that is used by all departments which tracks their performance and created accountability for accuracy in downtime reporting. YE Site DT, 2005: 6.8%, 2006: 5.0%
• Led capital projects to upgrade existing and install new equipment, which helped reduce downtime

Mba, Strategic Management

Bs, Chemical Engineering