Job Summary
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Food Ingredients: Innovating improved nutritional profiles, better taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency to meet the needs of global food and beverage manufacturers.
The role is based in Mexico City with a hybrid work model. Be part of a proactive, passionate and creative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
- Manage day-to-day sourcing operations for IT categories, including Software, Hardware, and IT Services.
- Lead sourcing strategy execution aligned with Global Procurement policies and business objectives.
- Develop and implement category strategies to optimize cost, performance, and supplier value.
- Perform spend analysis, market intelligence, and supplier evaluation to drive informed sourcing decisions.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand demand and future business needs.
- Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, KPI tracking, and issue resolution.
- Negotiate master service agreements, pricing structures, and vendor claims when required.
- Drive year-over-year savings, working capital improvements, and sourcing efficiencies.
- Support innovation and digital strategy initiatives through supplier collaboration and market insights.
What Makes You the Right Fit
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT procurement across relevant categories.
- Proven negotiation experience (4+ years) in a global environment.
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).
- Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and sourcing/procurement tools.
- Solid understanding of supplier relationship management (SRM) principles.
- Ability to analyze data, manage multiple priorities, and work under pressure.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- CPSM, ISM certification, or equivalent is a plus.
How You Will Stand Out
- Experience sourcing AI-related technologies and digital solutions.
- Strong track record in delivering cost savings and procurement transformation initiatives.
- Experience managing global supplier networks and complex contracts.
- Ability to leverage market intelligence for strategic advantage.
- Demonstrated success in driving innovation through supplier partnerships.
- Experience in Food Ingredients or similar global industries.
- Strong financial acumen and lifecycle cost optimization mindset.
- Proactive communication style with strong business partnering approach.
- Experience supporting digital transformation and IT strategy initiatives.
Why Choose Us
- Be part of a global leader in ingredients, flavors, fragrances, and nutrition, shaping the future of food and well-being.
- Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity of thought and innovation.
- Gain exposure to global Procurement strategies and senior stakeholders across multiple regions.
- Contribute directly to digital transformation and innovation initiatives, including emerging technologies.
- Enjoy a hybrid work model that promotes flexibility and work-life balance.
- Access career development opportunities, learning programs, and growth within a global organization.
- Make an impact by supporting sustainable sourcing practices and responsible business initiatives.
- Join a company committed to creating long-term value for customers, communities, and employees.
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
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT procurement across relevant categories
- Proven negotiation experience in a global environment
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
- Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and sourcing/procurement tools
IFF Family of Companies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IFF Family of Companies and has not been reviewed or approved by IFF Family of Companies.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and locations, and compensation is often described as good.
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Parental & Family Support — A global minimum of 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents is in place. This policy is positioned as a notable component of the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Core offerings include paid time off, sick days, holidays, and sabbatical leave. Flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks and hybrid/remote arrangements are available where feasible.
IFF Family of Companies Insights
What We Do
Meet IFF: We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet. Explore what sets us apart.
