Customer Service Representative, Taste

IFF; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional onboarding process

Training opportunities

Learning and development programs

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, and health & biosciences, invites applications for a customer service role based in Manila, Philippines (onsite). You will manage domestic and international orders, ensure SOX-compliant processes, and coordinate with 4PL/3PL partners to ensure timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in customer service within supply chain or manufacturing, strong MS Office and SAP skills, and excellent cross-cultural communication to support global

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• At least 3 years of Customer Service in Supply Chain or Manufacturing.
• Experience in domestic and international trade.
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP, and VLOOKUP.
• Strong communication across all levels of the organization.
• Highly collaborative and a team player.
• Cross-cultural awareness.

Responsibilities

• Handle orders domestically, export, and consignment per SOX; entry, invoicing, follow-up.
• Ensure timely LOR entry for delayed orders with updates.
• Respond to customer inquiries; coordinate complaints with internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee daily logistics and follow up with 4PL/3PL forwarders for timely shipments.
• Assist in implementing work processes and continuous improvement in order management.
• Handle credit/debit disputes, returns, and approvals; maintain records in PR1.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements (FSSC 22000, SOX, regulations).
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

SAP

VLOOKUP

Job description

Job Summary

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

Job Summary

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real 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 Manila, Philippines (onsite). Be part of an agile, collaborative, and strategic team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Handle domestic, export, and consignment orders in compliance with SOX policies, including order entry, confirmation, invoicing, and end-to-end follow-up until successful delivery. Ensure accurate documentation and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure timely and accurate LOR (Late Order Report) entry for any delayed orders, providing clear updates and corrective actions.
• Respond to customer inquiries promptly and accurately. Coordinate complaints and escalations with internal stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and implementation of appropriate solutions.
• Build strong partnerships with internal teams and cross-functional departments to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee smooth logistics processes, including daily delivery operations and follow-up with 4PL and 3PL forwarders to guarantee timely shipments.
• Support the implementation of work processes, techniques, and systems. Share best practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in order management.
• Handle credit/debit disputes, returns, and approvals. Maintain accurate records in the system (PR1) throughout the resolution process.
• Ensure full compliance with internal and external audit requirements, including FSSC 22000, SOX, and government regulations.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support business needs.

What Makes You The Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• At least 3 years of Customer Service experience in Supply Chain or Manufacturing field.
• Experience in domestic and international trade.
• Good knowledge of MS Office tools, SAP, and VLOOKUP etc.
• Effective communicate skills across all levels of the organization.
• Highly collaborative and team player.
• Cross cultural awareness.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Proficiency in English and local languages are huge advantage.
• Solutions-driven and thrives under pressure.
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset.

Why Choose Us?

• Professional onboarding process
• Training opportunities
• Learning and development programs

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