Maira Guiraldeli Granero
About Maira Guiraldeli Granero
Maira Guiraldeli Granero is the Ingredients Sourcing Manager for LATAM at General Mills, with over a decade of experience in various procurement roles within the company. She holds a master's degree in Food Engineering from Universidade de São Paulo and has a background in food engineering with a focus on oils and fats.
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Maira Guiraldeli Granero is currently serving as the Ingredients Sourcing Manager for General Mills in the LATAM region. She has a diverse professional background, primarily focused on procurement and sourcing roles within the company.
Current Role at General Mills
Maira Guiraldeli Granero is the Ingredients Sourcing Manager at General Mills for the LATAM region. She oversees the sourcing of ingredients, ensuring that the supply chain is efficient and that quality standards are met. Her expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement plays a crucial role in maintaining the company's competitive edge in the market.
Past Experience at General Mills
Maira's tenure at General Mills spans over a decade, during which she has held various positions. She served as the Commodities Associate Manager from 2019 to 2020, and as the Indirect Associate Manager from 2018 to 2019. Prior to these roles, she worked as a buyer (Comprador) from 2012 to 2018. Her diverse experience within the company has equipped her with a deep understanding of both direct and indirect procurement processes.
Educational Background
Maira Guiraldeli Granero pursued her education at Universidade de São Paulo, where she obtained a degree in Food Engineering from 2005 to 2009. She further specialized in oils and fats and completed a master's degree in Food Engineering from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she studied Strategic Sourcing at Inbrasc - Instituto Brasileiro de Supply Chain, achieving the title of Sourcing Executive in 2015.
Early Career and Industry Experience
Before joining General Mills, Maira gained valuable experience in the retail sector as a Coordinator at St Marche in 2012. She began her career with an internship at Natural Comunicacao Ltda in 2009. These early roles provided her with a solid foundation in procurement and supply chain management, which she has continued to build upon throughout her career.