Strategic Sourcing Lead — Raw Materials & Packaging

IFF; Ciudad de México; Híbrido; MXN 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IFF is seeking a Procurement Leader in Mexico City (Polanco/Azcapotzalco) with a hybrid work model. You will drive sourcing strategies for direct materials and packaging, develop supplier portfolios, and negotiate contracts to support globalization and cost efficiency.

You will partner with Quality, Operations and cross-functional teams to onboard suppliers, monitor performance, and mitigate supply risks while delivering market insights and continuous improvement across the value chain.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing or Supply Chain.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies for direct materials and packaging.
• Advanced English proficiency; global collaboration.
• Experience leading negotiations and contract management.
• Strong cost analysis and cash flow understanding.

Responsabilidades

• Lead sourcing strategies for direct raw materials and packaging categories.
• Develop supplier strategies and manage supplier portfolios and initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, terms and contracts.
• Onboard new suppliers with Quality, Operations and cross-functional teams.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions and improvements.
• Gather market intelligence: pricing trends, risks and opportunities.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

ERP systems

Educación

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

Herramientas

Sage ERP

Descripción del empleo

IFF is seeking a Procurement Leader in Mexico City (Polanco/Azcapotzalco) with a hybrid work model. You will drive sourcing strategies for direct materials and packaging, develop supplier portfolios, and negotiate contracts to support globalization and cost efficiency.

You will partner with Quality, Operations and cross-functional teams to onboard suppliers, monitor performance, and mitigate supply risks while delivering market insights and continuous improvement across the value chain.