Specialist III, IT Project/Product Management

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF); Gonda District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Learning and development

Global work environment

Job summary

IFF is seeking a Specialist III, IT Project/Product Management based in Chennai, onsite. The role partners with business and technology stakeholders to drive governance, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

You will influence decisions, solve complex problems, and deliver strategic initiatives across global teams. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a related field with cross-functional experience, strong stakeholder management, and expertise in enterprise technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering/Data Science or related field is required.
• Advanced degree in related discipline preferred.
• Relevant experience in global, cross-functional environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and governance skills.
• Expertise in enterprise systems and technology platforms.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, documentation, and process improvement.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and requirements.
• Analyze complex issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with technology, security, and governance standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation and operational metrics.
• Provide subject matter expertise within assigned domain.
• Collaborate across global and cross-functional teams.
• Identify risks, execute mitigation plans and promote best practices and innovation.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analysis

Documentation

Process improvement

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Communication

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Data Science, Business, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PMP

Scrum

ITIL

CISSP

CISM

AWS

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

Salesforce

SAP

Job description

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Digital Technology Solutions: Accelerating innovation through data, technology and digital transformation, building intelligent solutions that enhance experiences and power smarter decisions.

The role is based in Chennai, India (Onsite role). Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

The Specialist III, IT Project/Product Management role supports IFFs global technology organization by delivering outcomes within project management. This position partners with business and technology stakeholders to drive operational excellence, innovation, governance, and continuous improvement. The role is expected to influence decisions appropriate to its level, solve complex problems and contribute to the successful delivery of strategic initiatives.

Where You ll Make a Difference

• Lead initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and requirements.
• Analyze complex issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with technology, security, and governance standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation and operational metrics.
• Provide subject matter expertise within assigned domain.
• Collaborate across global and cross-functional teams.
• Identify risks, execute mitigation plans and promote best practices and innovation.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, Business, or related field.
• Advanced degree in related discipline is preferred.
• Relevant professional experience aligned with the responsibilities and level of the role.
• Experience working in global and cross-functional environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to drive successful outcomes.
• Expertise in the relevant domain, enterprise systems, and technology platforms.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, documentation, and process improvement.
• Strong collaboration, communication, accountability, problem-solving, and customer focus.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, Scrum, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, Salesforce, SAP or equivalent credentials are preferred.

How would you stand out

• Proven track record of driving business transformation and process improvements.
• Strong expertise in enterprise technologies and industry best practices.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and deliver results in global environments.

Why Choose Us

• Global and supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Learning, training, and career development opportunities.

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.