Sharlyn van Hauwe - Dergent

Engagement Manager McKinsey & Company / ex PepsiCo

Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

Strategic business leader with experience across top-tier consulting and global FMCG, working closely with executive teams on growth, transformation and commercial performance As an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, I support organizations in tackling complex strategic questions and translating ambition into tangible results. My work focuses on growth strategy, commercial transformation and strengthening organizational capabilities, often in close collaboration with senior leadership Prior to consulting, I spent over five years at PepsiCo in commercial roles, where I gained hands-on experience in customer leadership, category growth and the day-to-day realities of executing strategy in fast-moving environments. This experience continues to shape how I approach strategy today: pragmatic, structured and impact-oriented I am particularly motivated by roles that sit at the intersection of strategy, execution and commercial impact, especially in international and dynamic environments

Experience

  • McKinsey & Company (Full-time · 3 yrs 7 mos)
    • Engagement Manager Growth, Sales & Marketing
      Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

      Leading client engagements across industries to define and implement commercial transformation strategies. Partnering with executive leadership teams to accelerate growth and strengthen organizational capabilities. Driving teams through structured problem-solving, analytical excellence, and coaching to achieve lasting client impact.

    • Associate Growth, Sales & Marketing
      Dec 2022 - Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Supported strategy development and execution for leading clients. Conducted market and financial analyses to identify opportunities and optimize strategies.

  • PepsiCo (Full-time · 5 yrs 6 mos)
    • Accountmanager QSR (Quick Service Restaurants)
      Jun 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Managed national accounts within the QSR channel, driving category growth and profitability. Negotiated trade terms and launched promotional initiatives that increased sales volume and brand visibility. Strengthened client partnerships through tailored data insights and joint business planning

    • Accountmanager Workplace & Accommodation
      Oct 2019 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos

      Responsible for business development and client relationship management within the workplace segment. Delivered tailored growth plans aligning growth opportunities with evolving market trends and client needs

    • Account Support Manager Away From Home
      Jun 2017 - Sep 2019 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      Supported senior account teams in planning, forecasting, and execution. Contributed to improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction across the AFH segment

  • Internship Finance - Control at L'Oréal
    Dec 2016 - Jun 2017 · 7 mos

  • Student EMEA Professional Services Category Management Support for HR services at Johnson & Johnson
    Jun 2015 - Sep 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

    - Support various administrative tasks in Outlook and company tools - Support reporting requirements - Prepare the SharePoint platform - Support Supply-Base Optimization initiatives - Support communications to ensure strong relationships with business partners within the region and alignment of the sourcing strategy with the business strategy and plans - Prepare materials for a Supplier Management program with key suppliers - etc.