Yamile Elias

About Yamile Elias

Accomplished Strategic Global Business Leader with a demonstrated history of driving revenue growth and advancing sustainable practices. Recognized for pioneering sustainable packaging strategies and securing pilots on alternative materials to reduce PepsiCo\'s plastic footprint and environmental impact. Proven ability to unite global and cross-functional teams, including finance, marketing, R&D, legislation, and PPGA, delivering innovative solutions and implementing clear strategic directions. Successfully secured significant partnerships with retailers in the US and Brazil for Drinkfinity, achieving a 15-store pilot launch with Bed Bath & Beyond and eight pop-up stores in Sao Paulo. In my role developing the food service business, achieved a 5% CAGR growth for KFC in Mexico, recovered a damaged relationship with YUM! Mexico, and used a similar approach to improve relations with YUM! LATAM. This resulted in securing contract renewals with over 30 YUM! franchisees across Latin America twice in a four-year contract renewal process. My skill set includes a mastery of high-stakes negotiations, a talent instrumental in cultivating impactful partnerships and fostering cohesive, cross-functional teams. Equipped with a unique combination of strategic vision, leadership, and execution capabilities, I am prepared to leverage my expertise to drive transformative results and sustainable success in your organization.

Experience

1. Director of Global Packaging Sustainability (Remote)

   PepsiCo

   Apr 2020 — Present · Miami, FL, US

Education

• Babson College

  MBA Graduate May 2024

  2022 — 2024

• Universidad Anáhuac

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Media & Communications

  1987 — 1992

• Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México

  Marketing Strategy degree

  1994 — 1995

• Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

  Executive Marketing Strategy Coursework

  2011 — 2011

Skills

• P&L Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Trade Marketing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Key Account Development
• Market Planning
• Product Development
• Market Research
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Insight
• Consumer Products
• Competitive Analysis
• Negotiation
• Shopper Marketing
• Management
• Marketing Research
• Marketing
• Fmcg
• Sales
• Leadership
• Strategy
• Account Management
• Brand Management
• Marketing Management
• Advertising
• Global Business Acumen
• Marketing Strategy
• Sales Growth
• Consumer Engagement
• Innovative Thinking
• E-Commerce
• Digital Marketing
• Cross-Functional Teams
• Business Development
• Matrix Organizations