RECKITT
We chat with Valerie Sieurin , the Senior Vice President Global Head of Quality at Reckitt , about how she has transformed the company ’ s Quality systems and Quality culture , as well as its continuing commitment to creating a better future for all
It is quite a task to implement systemic cultural change in a multi-billion company , but that is precisely what Valerie Sieurin undertook when she accepted the role of SVP Global Head of Quality at Reckitt .
Based in Slough , Reckitt is one of the world leaders in developing hygiene , health and nutrition products . Its list of world famous brands is endless including ; Air Wick , Calgon , Cillit Bang , Clearasil , Dettol , Durex , Enfamil , Finish , Gaviscon , Harpic , Lysol , Mortein , Mucinex , Nurofen , Nutramigen , Strepsils , Vanish , Veet , Woolite and more . The company has a 200-year legacy and currently generates revenues of more than £ 14 billion , from its operations in 60 countries , where it employs over 43,000 people .
Valerie Sieurin was tasked with embedding a new culture of Quality across Reckitt , leading a global team and building strong internal partnerships to ensure Quality standards are embedded throughout the product life cycle , from marketing to procurement to manufacturing , and distribution to sales .
“ Every day we sell more than 20 million products across the world ,” explains Valerie . “ My role is to design and implement a Quality strategy to ensure we are providing everywhere and at every moment products
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