IFF

Procurement Specialist II

IFF

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Asturias • Spain

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About the role

  • Develop and implement regional category strategies to secure supply, optimize specifications, and meet cost and sustainability targets.
  • Conduct ongoing spend analysis, market assessments, and supplier landscape evaluations to inform sourcing decisions.
  • Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements, product and supplier rationalization, and cash optimization initiatives.
  • Build and strengthen supplier partnerships to enable business growth, innovation, and technology advancements.
  • Lead negotiations, establish contracts, and manage performance across strategic suppliers.
  • Ensure alignment between supplier capabilities and IFF operational, technical, and sustainability objectives.
  • Partner closely with Operations, Quality, Business units, Commercial, and Technical Program Leads to ensure full alignment on supply, cost, and risk.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of relevant experience in raw materials procurement or supplier relationship management.
  • Strong knowledge of financial analysis, cost modeling, and procurement best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience working in cross-functional teams and managing complex supplier portfolios.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Fluent spoken and written English.
Benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive workplace
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial analysiscost modelingprocurement best practicessourcing decisionstotal cost of ownershipsupplier rationalizationcash optimizationsupplier performance managementcontract negotiationmarket assessments
Soft Skills
communication skillsnegotiation skillscross-functional teamworkrelationship managementstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingcollaborationleadershiporganizational skillsinnovation
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree