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International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) Regional Senior Category Manager Scent NA
Experience: 6-years
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degreeMaster's (M.A.)
loacation Hazlet, NJ (Plant/Creative Center), USA, United States Of America
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Job Summary Are you ready to lead strategic sourcing and shape the future of fragrance procurement in North America? Lead the NA regional procurement for Scent, developing and executing strategies to source a competitive and cost-effective regional portfolio of materials and services. IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.  Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design. As Regional Senior Category Manager Scent NA, you will be responsible for managing materials and services costs and performance across the full portfolio, establishing sourcing strategies, setting strategic objectives, and optimizing supplier relationships. You will ensure alignment with IFF business objectives and collaborate globally and regionally to meet business needs. This role requires strong market knowledge and supplier engagement to deliver year-over-year savings, improve working capital, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role is based in Hazlet, NJ (hybrid role). Be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Develop strong sourcing capabilities to deliver successful materials and services regionally. Maintain connections with internal stakeholders to understand demand and future trends. Develop regional category strategies utilizing Akiro and maintain accurate spend forecasts. Implement strategies to deliver cost savings and risk management across assigned categories. Execute disciplined application of IFF’s strategic sourcing methodology, including spend analysis and market intelligence. Identify and approve new vendors to diversify supply portfolio. Apply SRM principles to develop supplier partnerships and support growth through innovation. Ensure compliance with Responsible Sourcing Standards (Ecovadis, SEDEX). Negotiate master agreements and resolve vendor performance issues. Coordinate with other regions within IFF. Drive optimization and continuous improvement in service quality. Reduce working capital through payment term negotiation and long-term initiatives. What Makes You the Right Fit Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science/Engineering, Economics, Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience. Over 6 years of experience in chemical procurement and supplier relationship management. CPSM, SPSM, or related certification in supply chain or procurement excellence. Proficiency in SAP and procurement tools (Zycus, Coupa, Akiro); advanced Excel and data visualization skills. Strong knowledge of business practices and financial concepts. Excellent people skills, project management, and cross-functional team experience. Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Fluent in English (oral and written). How Would You Stand Out? Deep experience in chemical procurement with strong market contacts. Proven track record of delivering cost savings and risk management strategies. Expertise in supplier development and innovation partnerships. Why Choose Us? Join a global leader in fragrance design and innovation. Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Opportunity to influence strategic sourcing and deliver impactful results. Be part of a team that values creativity, science, and sustainability. Access to continuous learning and professional development. Make a real impact on IFF’s growth and success. 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 Salary Ranges: $130416- $163020

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