Subregional General Manager - Mexico & North CA

International Flavors & Fragrances (México), S de RL de CV; Tlalnepantla; Hybrid; MXN 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances (Mexico) seeks a seasoned Commercial Leader to guide the regional organization in Tlalnepantla. You will drive growth, manage pricing strategies, and build executive-level customer relationships across the food and beverage sector.

The role focuses on shaping regional strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering sustainable profit, with a hybrid work arrangement in Mexico. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience within the food, beverage, flavors, ingredients, consumer goods, or related industries.
• Proven success leading commercial organizations and delivering measurable business growth in complex markets.
• Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional commercial organization across the region/sub-region, driving sustainable and profitable business growth.
• Develop and execute regional commercial strategies that expand market presence and accelerate revenue growth.
• Own regional P&L performance, delivering against revenue, margin, and expense targets.
• Partner with functions to provide integrated customer solutions and win in the marketplace.

Skills

People leadership

P&L management

Strategic leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Market dynamics

Communication

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business/Marketing/Food Science/Chemistry/Biology

Job description

Job Summary

Ready to lead a commercial organization that shapes the future of food and beverage while delivering sustainable growth and market impact? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building, and fuel market success.

The role is based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico (Hybrid).

Be part of a strategic, customer-focused, growth-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Lead the commercial organization across the region/sub-region, driving sustainable and profitable business growth aligned with strategic priorities.
• Develop and execute regional commercial strategies that expand market presence, strengthen customer partnerships, and accelerate revenue growth.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers, positioning IFF as a trusted innovation partner.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, including pricing strategies, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.
• Own regional profit and loss (P&L) performance, delivering against revenue, margin, and expense targets.
• Partner closely with Research & Development, Operations, Marketing, and other functions to provide integrated customer solutions and win in the marketplace.
• Drive operational excellence through portfolio optimization, complexity reduction, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver customer innovation programs, strategic growth initiatives, and business transformation projects.
• Develop a high-performing commercial organization through coaching, succession planning, talent development, and inclusive leadership.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience within the food, beverage, flavors, ingredients, consumer goods, or related industries.
• Proven success leading commercial organizations and delivering measurable business growth in complex markets.
• Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and organizational development.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience managing P&L performance, pricing strategy, forecasting, and profitability.
• Experience building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders at senior executive levels.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, customer trends, regulatory requirements, and sustainability initiatives within the industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and translate strategy into actionable business plans and commercial results.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills in a global business environment.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience working within the flavors, food ingredients, food technology, or broader Taste industry.
• A track record of leading business transformation, market expansion, or significant growth initiatives across multiple markets.
• Passion for innovation, consumer trends, and creating value through customer-centric solutions.

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to lead a highly visible commercial organization with direct influence on regional business performance.
• Exposure to global leadership teams, strategic customers, and market-leading innovation platforms.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture where diverse perspectives are valued.
• Ongoing leadership development, coaching, and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape the future of Taste through innovation, customer partnerships, and sustainable growth.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and global career mobility opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.