The Lead Buyer, Health will be responsible for developing and communicating procurement strategies that support the business goals in growth, cost savings, risk mitigation, working capital improvement, development of new products and achievement plant operating efficiencies.

This role will interact with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, R&D and Manufacturing Technology to address supply concerns while leading the development and implementation of the procurement strategy. Additionally, this role will be responsible for the management of supplier performance for materials originating in the North America. The performance management and strategy development will be coordinated with colleagues in other BU's and regions to ensure optimal results and efficient implementation.

The Lead Buyer is accountable for the management and performance of the full portfolio including the creation of procurement strategies, setting of strategic objectives, and optimization of suppliers' portfolios. He/she will manage relationships with key suppliers, ensure accountability and alignment with IFF business objectives across global, regional, and local business needs.

The Lead Buyer will:

• Assess category portfolio for segmentation and strategy development

• Aid in the procurement of material outside his / her immediate responsibility

• Manage the supply base to optimize performance to the satisfaction of internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

- Develop regional category strategies for assigned categories and sub-categories to ensure raw material supply, manage costs, and capture savings. Implement strategies within the region, driving results and achieving strategic objectives.

- Execute a disciplined application of IFF's strategic sourcing methodology

- Understand and apply the principals of SRM within the category and region: Develop new and existing supplier partnerships and collaboration to support growth strategy with innovation and technology, support technology buying by accessing supplier capabilities and reduce non-value-added suppliers

- Optimize raw material quality and service: Work with technical teams to accelerate adoption of alternate products and suppliers.

Job Requirements

• Experience in procurement of direct raw materials and the development of procurement strategies (> 5 years)

• Bachelor, or master's degree in business (preferred), Economics, science/engineering, supply chain or equivalent experience

- Related supply chain experience in the space operating around raw materials, suppliers, supplier relationship management and supply chain best practices (> 10 years)

- Strong knowledge of business practices and financial concepts/impact/analyses (> 5 years)

- Knowledge of ERP (SAP, Oracle..)

Preferred:

• CPSM or SPSM or related certification in supply chain or procurement excellence

- Knowledge of food ingredient markets and suppliers

We are a global leader in Health & Biosciences, Food & Beverages and Home & Personal care products , offering our customers a broad range of solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusiveworkplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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