Magdalena Simpson
TACOMA
Summary
Experienced international trade and regulatory compliance professional with demonstrated competence in the comprehensive grocery Industry (food & beverage, cosmetics & household products, pet food, over the counter medications & supplements). Skilled in negotiation, multicultural communication, project management and team management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Export/ Import Regulatory Compliance Manager
UNFI Intl.
01.2023 - Current
- People and project manager for foreign markets' new item registration and certifications for outgoing shipments.
- Working closely with customs, governmental agencies (FDA, USDA), and foreign embassies to fulfill complex international and domestic compliance regulations.
- Experienced with USDA audits.
- In-depth analysis of American and international product labels and claims, assuring their compliance with domestic as well as international markets' laws and regulations.
- Acting as a regulatory consultant to customers, as well as vendors.
Export/ Import Regulatory Compliance Supervisor
UNFI Intl.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervising export/import regulatory compliance, documentation, and QA projects, and developing export SOPs for major economies around the globe.
- HTS product classification.
Export Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
UNFI Intl.
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Researched overseas markets for their export and sourcing potential, with a focus on their economy, geopolitics, demographics, and regulatory environment.
- Supported sales and operations with international regulatory compliance, QA, and documentation projects.
- Processed FDA and USDA recalls.
International Sales Coordinator
Supervalu Intl.
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Coordinated U.S. sales to Hong Kong by synchronizing vendors, customers, fulfillment, and logistics.
- Researched and quoted new products to overseas customers according to the newest U.S. trends.
- Investigated and settled claims.
International Trade Regulatory Documentation Specialist
Supervalu Intl.
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported sales teams with international regulatory research, QA, and documentation.
- Collaborated with major vendors, such as P&G, Kraft-Heinz, and General Mills, to fulfill international food and cosmetics regulations.
- Researched and examined complex product technical data.
- Investigated international market trends and ever-changing export requirements.
Freelance Translator
Simpson Translating Services
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Interpreted legal, educational, medical, and marketing materials (English-Polish).
- Translated technically challenged content and adjusted it to target demographics.
Technical Research, Analysis and Marketing Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Conducted marketing research and financial analysis to support executive business decisions.
- Worked on multiple high-level projects, including large non-profit events.
Real Estate Agent
Zip Realty Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Sales of real estate.
- Prepared, negotiated, and executed extensive and complex contracts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration - International Business
University of Washington
01.2005
Master Studies of Science - Geography
Casmir the Great University
PolandSkills
- Research and analytical expertise
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Diplomatic communication
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Creative thinking
- Methodological
- Versatile
- Team leadership
Notables
- Self-starter.
- Well-traveled and current on world economics and events.
- Adaptable and adjustable to diverse environments.
- Bilingual (English and Polish) with dual citizenship (American and EU).
Timeline
Export/ Import Regulatory Compliance Manager
UNFI Intl.
01.2023 - Current
Export/ Import Regulatory Compliance Supervisor
UNFI Intl.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Export Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
UNFI Intl.
01.2018 - 01.2021
International Sales Coordinator
Supervalu Intl.
01.2017 - 01.2018
International Trade Regulatory Documentation Specialist
Supervalu Intl.
01.2016 - 01.2017
Freelance Translator
Simpson Translating Services
01.2009 - 01.2016
Technical Research, Analysis and Marketing Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
01.2007 - 01.2008
Real Estate Agent
Zip Realty Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration - International Business
University of Washington
Master Studies of Science - Geography
Casmir the Great University