Marketing Manager

IFF

Marketing Manager driving marketing innovation across the Nordic region for IFF, a leader in flavors and fragrances. Engage with customers to deliver differentiated experiences and shape growth opportunities.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeHilversum • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

data analysisconsumer researchmarket insightstrend analysismarketing content creationB2B marketingMicrosoft 365ExcelPowerPoint

Soft Skills

analytical skillsinfluencing skillsstakeholder managementnetworking skillscommunication skills

Tools & Technologies

MintelEuromonitorAI PaletteNielsen

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Marketing

Industry Keywords

food and beverage manufacturingNordic marketscustomer engagementproduct developmentcommercial strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze food and beverage category trends using tools such as Mintel, Euromonitor, AI Palette, Nielsen, and other AI-driven insight tools
Monitor new product launches and evolving trends across the Nordics to surface market gaps and emerging opportunities
Connect market dynamics and consumer behavior with IFF’s commercial strategy to uncover and shape growth opportunities
Create and drive local initiatives aligned with regional strategy by mapping products across categories, markets, and channels
Translate insights into impactful, customer-facing content that supports business growth and retention across Nordic markets
Work closely with the Nordic commercial team to understand customer needs and co-develop relevant growth strategies
Collaborate with customers on new product development by applying consumer insights and market trends to design relevant concepts
Lead end-to-end customer engagement, including presentations, marketing collateral (e.g., flyers, one-pagers), event coordination, and premium brand experiences
Travel across the Nordic region to engage customers, deliver presentations, and strengthen relationships
Partner cross-functionally with commercial, innovation, and design teams to build compelling value propositions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of marketing experience, preferably in B2B within the food and beverage manufacturing industry
Master’s Degree in Marketing or a related field
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights and actions
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in consumer research, market insights, and trend analysis
Proven ability to create marketing content and collaborate with agencies
Strong influencing, stakeholder management, and networking skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to craft compelling, data-driven narratives
Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work in a highly collaborative, international, and innovation-driven environment
Opportunity to shape customer experience strategy across the Nordic region
Exposure to leading-edge tools and market intelligence platforms
Hybrid working model with flexibility
Strong focus on professional development and growth