Strategic Sourcing Lead: Raw Materials & Packaging

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Ciudad de México; Híbrido; MXN 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is seeking a Category Management Specialist for Raw Materials & Packaging in a hybrid role in Mexico City.

You will drive strategic sourcing for direct materials and packaging, manage supplier strategies, lead negotiations, and improve supplier performance across global operations. The role requires a 3–5 year track record in procurement or strategic sourcing, a degree in a related field, and strong English plus ERP experience.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain or related function.
• Advanced English proficiency for global collaboration.
• Experience leading supplier negotiations, contracts and sourcing projects.
• Knowledge of financial concepts, cost analysis, budgeting and cash flow impact.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead sourcing strategies for direct raw materials and packaging categories (e.g., extracts, enzymes, botanicals, corrugated packaging, medicine bottles, lids, caps).
• Develop and manage supplier strategies, supplier portfolios and sourcing initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, payment terms, contracts and supplier agreements.
• Serve as the primary commercial contact for suppliers and align with business objectives.
• Manage sourcing events, tenders and bidding processes with supplier recommendations.
• Identify, qualify and onboard new suppliers with cross-functional partners.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective action & continuous improvement.
• Partner with internal teams to resolve supply challenges and ensure continuity.
• Gather and communicate market intelligence including pricing trends and risks.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Supply Chain

Negotiation

Cost Analysis

Stakeholder mgmt

Advanced English

ERP systems

Sage ERP

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain or related

Herramientas

ERP systems

Sage ERP

Descripción del empleo

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is seeking a Category Management Specialist for Raw Materials & Packaging in a hybrid role in Mexico City.

You will drive strategic sourcing for direct materials and packaging, manage supplier strategies, lead negotiations, and improve supplier performance across global operations. The role requires a 3–5 year track record in procurement or strategic sourcing, a degree in a related field, and strong English plus ERP experience.