R&D Sourcing Manager

Job title–R&D Sourcing Manager (69480)

Location–Geneva, Switzerland or Dax, France

Job model– Hybrid

Please be kindly informed that the deadline to apply is 15th July.

We are looking for a highly driven and motivated :

R&D Sourcing Manager

The R&D Sourcing Manager plays a key role in sourcing and introducing new raw materials for new ingredients to be incorporated into our palette. They empower the R&D team by providing information on industrial costing, carbon footprint data for raw materials, and competitive intelligence on the fine chemical industry.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to benefit our People, Customers & Communities and to drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, and authenticity is celebrated.

Key Responsibilities :

• Enhance competitiveness & performance by scouting, sourcing, sampling, and introducing new raw materials (RMs) for fragrance and flavor ingredients in development or optimization phases.
• Respond to R&D requests by providing sourcing information promptly.
• Empower the R&D team with competitive intelligence on the fine chemical industry.
• Support Green & low Carbon transition by co-leading transversal programs and identifying sustainable raw materials, processes, or companies.
• Proactively identify new RMs or companies offering sustainable solutions.
• Co-lead green transition R&D programs and share updates during steering committee meetings.
• Support digitalization efforts by owning sourcing data and improving its availability and accuracy in our corporate tools.
• Ensure business continuity for ingredients industrialization and manage procurement related to new ingredients ramp-up.
• Represent procurement within ingredients committees.
• Support R&D & procurement communities and facilitate their interactions proactively.

We Offer :

• Involvement in all steps of perfumery & beauty ingredient research and industrialization.
• Part of a diverse, innovative, and international Science & Research team.
• Opportunity to work for a socially responsible company where sustainability is central to our strategy and purpose.
• Flexible and hybrid working conditions.

You Bring :

• A business background with MSc in Procurement and knowledge of chemistry or a scientific background with MSc or PhD in Chemistry, with proven business interest.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience is a significant asset.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a complex and partially remote environment.
• Curiosity, open-mindedness, motivation, and excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in English and preferably in French.

The application process :

If interested, please apply online by uploading your resume and cover letter in English via our career portal.

Equal Opportunities Commitment :

At dsm-firmenich, we are fully dedicated to inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where opportunity is equal, and everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants during the recruiting process.