Job Summary In this strategic role, you will define and execute the global sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and quality across all regions. You’ll act as a key partner to the business, optimizing the external manufacturing network while supporting growth and innovation.

What you’ll do

Own and drive the global category strategy for contract manufacturing (tolling)

Lead sourcing initiatives (RFI/RFP, negotiations) and deliver year-over-year value

Manage strategic supplier relationships and performance (cost, quality, service)

Optimize manufacturing footprint (make vs. buy, capacity, risk mitigation)

Partner with Operations, R&D;, Quality, and Commercial teams globally

Support product launches, scale‑ups, and external innovation with suppliers

What we’re looking for

Strong experience in strategic sourcing / procurement (8+ years)

Background in contract manufacturing, food ingredients, chemicals, or similar industries





Proven negotiation and supplier management skills in a general environment

Strategic mindset with strong analytical and stakeholder management capabilities

Why join us?

High‑impact global role with strong business visibility

Opportunity to shape sourcing strategy and external manufacturing network

Collaborative, international environment driving innovation and growth

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 or expression, sexual orientation, or disability. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.

📌 Global Category Manager, External Manufacturing (Food Ingredients) (Madrid)
🏢 IFF Nu0026B Iberica
📍 Madrid