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IFF

Global Category Manager – Contract Manufacturing

IFF

Global Category Manager for contract manufacturing at IFF, overseeing sourcing strategy and supplier relationships across regions. Driving innovation and ensuring quality across manufacturing networks.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeAsturias • 🇪🇸 SpainSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • 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

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 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 global environment
  • Strategic mindset with strong analytical and stakeholder management capabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • High-impact global role with strong business visibility
  • Opportunity to shape sourcing strategy and external manufacturing network
  • Collaborative, international environment driving innovation and growth

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Hard Skills & Tools
strategic sourcingprocurementnegotiationsupplier managementcontract manufacturinganalytical skillsrisk mitigationcapacity optimizationproduct launchesexternal innovation
Soft Skills
strategic mindsetstakeholder management