Job Summary

Are you ready to drive strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships and cost optimization initiatives that help deliver business success across a global organization?

We kindly ask you to attach your resume in English.

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

General Operations: Ensuring excellence in execution, from procurement to supply chain and reliability, delivering quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability across the value chain.

The role is based in Polanco/Azcapotzalco, Mexico City (hybrid role). Be part of a collaborative, strategic and results-driven team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference
- Lead sourcing strategies for direct raw materials and packaging categories (e.g., extracts, enzymes, botanicals, corrugated packaging, medicine bottles, lids, and caps) within the Health & Biosciences business for the NOAM region.




- Develop and manage supplier strategies, supplier portfolios and sourcing initiatives that support business growth and operational excellence.
- Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, payment terms, contracts and supplier agreements.
- Serve as the primary commercial contact for suppliers, fostering strong relationships and alignment with business objectives.
- Manage sourcing events, tenders and bidding processes, providing commercial analysis and supplier recommendations.
- Identify, qualify and onboard new suppliers in partnership with Quality, Operations and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Monitor supplier performance, drive corrective action plans and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with internal teams to resolve supply challenges, mitigate risks and ensure supply continuity.
- Gather and communicate market intelligence, including pricing trends, cost drivers, supply risks and e

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