Regional Supply Chain Planner, Raw Materials (Taste)

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Training opportunities

Learning and development programs

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) invites applications for a Manila-based materials planning role within our global supply chain.

The position focuses on ensuring material availability, managing plant demand, and coordinating with procurement and vendors to sustain production and improve delivery performance. You will monitor inventory health, drive improvements, and act as a lead for Taste raw material planning in cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of planning/operational buying experience in a supply chain environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and SAP MRP in particular.

Responsibilities

• Ensure global Six Sigma raw material availability to meet 98% on-time deliveries.
• Manage daily demand from six manufacturing plants, including purchasing and stock replenishment.
• Resolve raw material shortages promptly to maintain production continuity.
• Collaborate with local supply chain planners and site managers on day-to-day planning.
• Partner with procurement and vendors to optimize delivery schedules and processes.
• Monitor inventory metrics, write-offs, and obsolete stock; optimize availability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supply chain efficiency and reduce risk.
• Act as the accountable representative for Taste raw material planning in projects.
• Monitor KPIs related to material availability and vendor performance.

Skills

English fluency

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

SAP MRP

Job description

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, 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

Ensure global Six Sigma raw material availability to meet 98% on-time customer delivery through operational buying, vendor management, and process improvement.

Manage daily demand from six manufacturing plants in GA region, including purchasing, stock replenishment, and monitoring inbound deliveries.

Resolve raw material shortages promptly to maintain production continuity.

Collaborate with local supply chain planners and site managers to align day-to-day planning processes.

Partner with procurement and vendors to enhance delivery schedules and implement mutual process improvements.

Optimize raw material availability and global inventory metrics, including inventory days, write-offs, and management of obsolete or slow-moving stock.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supply chain efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Act as the accountable representative for Taste raw material planning in cross‑functional projects.

Monitor and report KPIs related to material availability, vendor performance, and inventory health.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in planning and/or operational buying within a supply chain environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and related applications for managing demand, supply, and material flow (e.g., SAP MRP).
• Proven ability to manage expectations and collaborate effectively in an international environment with geographically dispersed stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English, both written and spoken.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Solutions-driven and thrives under pressure.
• Experience in similar field with deep understanding of customer’s requirements.

Why Choose Us?

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage to support your well being
• Training opportunities
• Learning and development programs

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.

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.

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.