Specialist I, QMDM

Iff Health; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. The role is based in Chennai, India, and offers a hybrid work model. You will ensure master data quality and integrity across global manufacturing sites, supporting product creation, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Join a team focused on data excellence and continuous improvement. You will work with SAP MDG and SAP Material Master, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Food Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to work across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of Material and Quality Master Data across global manufacturing sites.
• Support critical business operations by maintaining high-quality master data for product creation, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support global master data transition projects across multiple regions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field

Tools

SAP MDG

SAP Material Master

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about service excellence? Would you love to work for a global organization that is doing more good for people and planet? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Global Business Services: Delivering streamlined, scalable support—enhancing efficiency, compliance and service excellence across the company. The role is based in Chennai, India(hybrid role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of Material and Quality Master Data across global manufacturing sites. Support critical business operations by maintaining high-quality master data that enables product creation, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. Contribute to new product development by managing quality documentation, specifications, statements, and reports required by customers. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support global master data transition projects across multiple regions. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve data issues, improve processes, and enhance operational efficiency. Play a key role in ensuring compliance with internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and global business policies.

What Makes You the Right Fit

Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Food Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience in Master Data Management, Quality Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, or related business functions. Knowledge of SAP Material Master, Quality Management processes, and enterprise data management principles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting service level agreements (SLAs). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across global teams and functions. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and support.

How Would You Stand Out

Experience working with SAP Master Data Governance (MDG), Material Master, or Quality Management modules. Exposure to global manufacturing environments and cross-regional master data operations. Knowledge of regulatory documentation, religious certifications, tariff codes, trade compliance, or product compliance processes. Experience supporting data migration, system implementations, or master data transition projects. Proven track record of driving process improvements, automation initiatives, and data quality enhancements. Ability to train users, develop documentation, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Why Choose Us

At IFF, you'll be part of a global team that is shaping the future of food, beverage, health, biosciences, and consumer products. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning where every contribution matters. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful global projects, collaborate with diverse teams across regions, and develop expertise in master data, quality management, and business operations while contributing to solutions that touch millions of lives every day. IFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural 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 inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural 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 inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.