Sarah Bethel

Vice President, Global Supply Chain

Professional Overview
Sarah Bethel is an experienced supply chain executive with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and strategic transformation. As the Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Paula's Choice Skincare, she oversees the full scope of the company's supply chain operations, including planning, allocation, sourcing, quality, and commercialization. With her deep industry expertise and innovative approach, Sarah has consistently delivered tangible improvements in efficiency, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Paula's Choice Skincare, Sarah is responsible for leading the company's worldwide supply chain strategy and operations. She directs a team of supply chain professionals to ensure the seamless flow of materials, goods, and information across the organization. Under her leadership, Sarah has implemented a range of data-driven initiatives that have increased supply chain visibility, reduced lead times, and improved service levels, contributing to the company's overall growth and profitability.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Sarah held various leadership positions at L Brands, where she gained extensive experience in operations, planning, and supply chain management. As the Director of Operations for the Personal Care & Beauty division, she spearheaded cross-functional initiatives that optimized inventory levels, enhanced distribution capabilities, and drove operational efficiencies. Earlier in her career, Sarah served as a Manager in Operations Planning, Sourcing, and Strategic Costing, demonstrating her versatility and depth of expertise in the field.

Academic Background
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management from The Ohio State University, where she graduated with distinction. She is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt and has completed several executive training programs focused on strategic supply chain management and organizational leadership.

Areas of Expertise

• Global supply chain strategy and operations management

• Demand planning, inventory optimization, and distribution network design

• Sourcing, procurement, and supplier relationship management

• Quality control, process improvement, and change management

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Sarah has spearheaded numerous initiatives that have had a significant impact on the organizations she has served. At Paula's Choice Skincare, she led the implementation of a cutting-edge supply chain planning system that enhanced visibility, improved forecast accuracy, and enabled more responsive decision-making. This initiative resulted in a 15% reduction in inventory levels and a 20% improvement in on-time delivery performance.

Conclusion
With her wealth of experience, strategic mindset, and collaborative leadership style, Sarah Bethel is a valuable asset to Paula's Choice Skincare. As the Vice President of Global Supply Chain, she continues to drive operational excellence and innovation, positioning the company for sustained growth and success in the competitive skincare industry.