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Fabiane Zwirtes

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Summary

Leader in Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory at Cargill, experience in Global Regulatory Compliance and fostering team leadership. Excelled in managing successful audits and strategic planning. Skilled in navigating complex regulations and optimizing resource allocatiion expertise and decision-making capabilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Safety, Quality & Regulatory Manager

Cargill
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed a successful audit (authorities, ISO standards, Sustainability standards and clients) addressing all findings and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner.
  • Leveraged strong relationships with Regulatory Agencies to streamline and manage regulatory setbacks.
  • Provided expert guidance to navigate complex regulations, taking into consideration expectations and benefits to the business.
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth (Direct reports: 6 and Indirect reports: 30).
  • Promoted a proactive approach to risk management within the organization, mitigating potential concerns before they escalated into larger issues. Actively participate in the development of strategic initiatives and budgets
  • Optimized resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization of manpower and materials throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Managed high-stress situations with customers effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.

Supplier Control & Regulatory Affairs

Cargill
08.2018 - 02.2022
  • Provided dossier for product registration in different countries besides Chile, considering the regulations of the destination countries regarding Safety and Quality.
  • Organize, maintain and approve information related to the control of raw material suppliers; validate and create suppliers in the Cargill system software.
  • Managed complaints to suppliers and action plan follow-up;
  • Performed external audits on suppliers to verify compliance with Cargill requirements, maintenance and implementation of the External Manufacturer Supplier Manual.

IMS Analyst

Cargill
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Guarantee compliance with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 22000), Global GAP and BAP through training, internal audits, accompaniment of audits by external bodies, treatment of non-conformities, updating and maintenance of documents; Leader of work groups with different areas.
  • Conducted internal and external audits (ISO standards and customers audits)
  • Developed custom reports to support decision-making processes, leading to more informed business strategies.
  • Standardized documentation practices for efficient knowledge transfer between team members and across departments within the organization.

Education

Bachelor´s in Food Chemistry - Food Sciences And Technology

Universidad Federal De Pelotas
Pelotas, Brazil
01.2009

Skills

  • Auditing Expertise
  • Global Regulatory Compliance
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Quality Metrics
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Leadership

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Food Safety, Quality & Regulatory Manager

Cargill
02.2022 - Current

Supplier Control & Regulatory Affairs

Cargill
08.2018 - 02.2022

IMS Analyst

Cargill
07.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor´s in Food Chemistry - Food Sciences And Technology

Universidad Federal De Pelotas
Fabiane Zwirtes