Experteer Overview
As Regional Category Manager, you lead sourcing strategies for grains, starches, sugar and related raw materials across Europe, shaping a high-impact portfolio for Health u0026amp; Biosciences.

You’ll coordinate regional procurement, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with Operations, Business teams, Quality, and Technical leaders to secure supply, optimize costs, and advance sustainability.

This role offers regional scope, a chance to influence supplier ecosystems, and opportunities to drive transformative procurement initiatives.

Compensaciones / Incentivos
• Develop regional category strategies for assigned raw material categories to ensure supply, cost control, and savings
• Apply IFF's strategic sourcing methodology including spend analysis and market intelligence
• Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations and performance, and translate into operational improvements
• Collaborate with Operations, Business, Quality, Commercial, and Technical leads to align objectives
• Drive continuous improvement, market risk management, and sustainability within the category




• Support technology buying by leveraging supplier capabilities and innovations
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and advocate for regional spend
• Identify and pursue productivity gains andRO / TCO optimization

Responsabilidades
• Bachelor (minimum) in business, economics, science/engineering, or related field
• u003e4 years of raw materials procurement or supplier relationship management experience
• CPSM or SPSM or equivalent procurement certification (preferred)
• u003e4 years of procurement experience in key markets (preferred)
• Strong financial acumen and experience with commodity procurement and hedging
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional, international teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Fluent English (spoken and written)

Requisitos principales
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Pension plan
• Life and accident/disability insurance
• Benefits Club with discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hybrid work profile

📌 Regional Category Manager (EMEA) - Grains & Sweetners (España)
🏢 International Flavors u0026 Fragrances
📍 España