Senior Buyer Logistics

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Job Summary

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of procurement at IFF? We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Procurement Manager to oversee local supply management for our assigned plant(s) and drive regional sourcing initiatives.

As part of our Regional EMEA Procurement team, you will not only ensure seamless supply chain operations but also contribute to global strategies by collaborating with Category Excellence Teams. You will be in charge of setting up the regional strategies in collaboration with supply chain and the business. Your expertise will help us optimize sourcing, improve supplier relationships, and drive value across our operations.

What You Will Do

1. Manage the commercial relationships with suppliers.
2. Run EMEA tenders for specific logistics categories and carry out the negotiations.
3. Lead regional sourcing initiatives, identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
4. Set up Regional Procurement strategies for all the EMEA region, working alongside Category Excellence Teams to enhance supplier performance and mitigate risks.
5. Ensure compliance with Global Procurement policies, systems, and procedures, while implementing best practices to support IFF’s operational goals.
6. This role will be responsible for the warehousing categories initially, with growing opportunities in the future.

Responsibilities

• Deep understanding of procurement and key supply markets locally.
• Mature related experience in sourcing, supply chain, suppliers.
• Mature Procurement best practices locally.
• Knowledge of IFF Systems, Tools (Ariba, SAP, BW).
• Understanding of Procurement Process (Procurement process, strategic sourcing, Global Authorization Policy).
• Familiarity with IFF Code of Conduct and FCPA.
• Knowledge of international business trade law and regulation.
• Familiarity with requirements from end users.
• Experience in operation & quality management, engaging cross-functional teams.
• Skillful in project management.
• Knowledge of financial analysis, legal framework, and business drivers.
• Experience in project management/team leadership.
• Mature experience identifying, developing, and promoting new and existing supplier relationships locally.

Leadership

• Plans and manages projects, anticipating risks and interdependencies.
• Skilled in leading through positive influence.
• Adept at working with teams of GP, sharing knowledge and insights.
• Understands team dynamics and assumes different roles as needed.

Coaching & Mentoring

• Actively provides feedback to colleagues, open to discussion and proactively recommends improvements.
• Actively solicits feedback from managers and others to prioritize improvements.
• Understands people and adapts feedback and managerial skills to accommodate various personalities.
• Actively shares knowledge & insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or greater.
• 5 years of experience within procurement function and/or logistics is required.
• Travel will be required up to 20%.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, global environment where your impact matters.
• The opportunity to be part of an industry leader in sustainable and innovative ingredients.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to shape procurement strategies that drive business success.
• Career growth and development in a company that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

Join IFF, where your procurement expertise will help shape the future of taste, scent, nutrition, and beyond!

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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