Procurement Category Manager EAME Taste

Job Summary

Do you want to influence procurement decisions that power innovation and operational excellence?

Come join us, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products

This opportunity sits within our Taste business unit where we craft unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success

We are currently seeking a Procurement Category Manager EAME - Taste in Asturias, Spain in an agile/ hybrid capacity. This is your opportunity to lead strategic sourcing initiatives that drive growth, innovation, and sustainability across our EAME Taste business.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

As a Category Manager, you will develop and implement procurement strategies that align with IFF’s business objectives—delivering cost savings, mitigating risks, improving working capital, and enabling new product development. You will play a critical role in ensuring supply resilience and operational efficiency while reinforcing our sustainability agenda.

This role offers high visibility with senior leadership and is a strong stepping stone toward future leadership opportunities within IFF.

• Lead Category Strategy: Develop and execute regional category strategies for specialty chemicals, oils, and hydrocolloids to ensure supply security and cost competitiveness.
• Drive Supplier Partnerships: Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to foster innovation, sustainability, and performance excellence.
• Optimize Performance: Conduct market analysis, identify new suppliers, and implement sourcing strategies that deliver measurable results.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with Operations, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain to support business growth and operational efficiency.
• Champion Sustainability: Embed sustainability principles into sourcing strategies and supplier engagement.
• Mentor and Develop: Support the growth of less experienced procurement colleagues as part of our succession planning efforts.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• 7–10 years in procurement of high-value direct materials, with a strong track record in strategy development.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of supply chain best practices and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).

How Would You Stand Out?

• Excellent influencing skills to clearly convey procurement strategies and priorities.
• Background in international or regional procurement roles is highly desirable.
• Certifications: CPSM, SPSM, or similar certifications are a plus.

Why Join Us?

At IFF, we combine science and creativity to deliver solutions that make a difference.

We Offer:

• Purpose with Impact: Be part of a mission-driven culture where your work truly makes a difference.
• Inclusive & Diverse Workplace: Join a team that values individuality and fosters collaboration.
• Growth & Development: Access opportunities for learning, career advancement, and personal growth.
• Comprehensive Rewards: Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well-being.

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 the 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.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more