Managing operations from port to customer

Stephanie Mancebo, Operations Manager for North America at FrieslandCampina US, shares insights into her journey, values, and the collaborative culture at FrieslandCampina. Leveraging her supply chain background, Stephanie manages the storage and handling of goods from port to customer, working closely with third-party logistics providers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations. To Stephanie, FrieslandCampina's purpose, 'Nourishing by Nature,' signifies a commitment to providing wholesome and sustainable products that promote health and well-being. This purpose guides her daily work, ensuring every decision aligns with delivering high-quality products and services.

At FrieslandCampina, our culture of learning reflects the opportunities for growth and development. Stephanie, too, shares this sentiment. She considers obtaining her CPIM certification as one of her proudest moments with the company. Amidst company mergers and new system implementations, Stephanie actively participated in a program that emphasizes materials management and production planning. These advanced skills directly benefit her role as an Operations Manager.

Stephanie’s collaborative nature comes in handy in her role as Operations Manager, where she frequently works with diverse and cross-functional teams. Considering our company’s heritage as a cooperative of farmers, collaboration and team focus are values she truly appreciates. Simultaneously, in our sleeves-rolled-up, get-it-done environment, Stephanie thrives on tackling challenges head-on and devising innovative solutions. The excitement of overcoming obstacles and finding creative ways to achieve results energizes her!