Xavier Fastinger
General Manager R&I SAPMENA | Development Skin & Make-up @ L’Oréal | Designing Consumer-Centric Beauty Strategies | Driving Innovation & Business Growth in Emerging Markets
- Role
- General Manager R & i Sapmena - Development Skin & Make-up at L'Oréal
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Xavier Fastinger
The intersection of science and beauty isn\'t just about formulas; it’s about creating joy, delivering meaningful experiences and performance. Driven by curiosity and a passion for people, I believe that true innovation starts with a deep understanding of diverse consumer needs.Currently serving as General Manager R&I SAPMENA for Skin and Make-up at L\'Oréal, I design and steer the Innovation Strategy for one of the most dynamic regions in the world. My mission is twofold: delivering superior product quality and performance that resonates with local specificities and supporting the robust business growth of the zone.Outside the lab, I fuel my curiosity through sports and travel, constantly seeking new perspectives that I can bring back to my work. I am energized by challenges with an international dimension where human connection is at the heart of success.
Experience
General Manager R & i Sapmena - Development Skin & Make-up
Jan 2025 — Present
As General Manager, I lead the Innovation Strategy for Skincare and Make-up across the diverse SAPMENA region (South Asia Pacific, Middle East, North Africa), blending scientific excellence with deep local consumer insights.Core Mandate- Strategic Leadership: Designing and steering the regional R&I roadmap to support business growth and answer specific consumer needs in emerging markets- Team Management: Leading a talented organization of ~15 scientists across 3 laboratories. Fostering a culture of empowerment, curiosity, and international collaboration- Innovation & Transformation: Driving the Group’s transformation agenda within the region, specifically on Green Sciences (Sustainability) and Beauty Tech (Digital)- Ecosystem Development: Promoting the Hub\'s expertise globally and reinforcing the bridge between Global and Local Relevance.
Education
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Interface chimie/biologie
2010 — 2011
CPE Lyon
Ingénieur Chimiste, Chimie organique, chimie analytique et génie des procédés
2007 — 2011
Skills
- Anglais
- Management
- Bpf
- Microbiologie
- Chimie
- Gestion De Projet
- R&D
- Travail D'équipe
- Cosmétiques
- Autonomie
- Leadership
- Compétiteur
- Enthousiaste
- Biotechnologies
- Curieux
- Souriant
- Ouverture D'esprit
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