Job Summary

The purpose of the Associate Global Product Manager Food & Beverage Biosciences is  to support the  lead and optimization and implementation of some key aspects of the product lines on a global scale. This role involves close collaboration with the operations team, Regional Industry Leaders, Regulatory Affairs, and Global Strategic Product Managers to ensure seamless integration and execution. As an integral member of the Business team, the Associate Global Product Manager champions good leadership behavior and embodies IFF Values in all interactions and work activities, contributing to the overall success of the BU.

The Associate Global Product Manager Junior Product Manager is a vital member of the Food & Beverage Biosciences team, reporting directly to the Business Director Food & Beverage Biosciences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor the margin development of the portfolio and work with Global Strategic Product Managers and the Supply Chain Organization, to execute product margin optimization plans.Lead cross-functional teams on projects to reduce product cost, release capacity, improve quality/safety and/or meet regulatory requirements.Lead cross-functional teams on new product implementation and changes, within IFF Systems, to ensure timely execution.Review and optimize global supply chain routes and corresponding production locations.Engage with label programs and develop and oversee the product registration plan together with product leaders and regulatory.Own information platforms, data sources and manage data quality for portfolio.Lead sampling process improvements. Manage customer product-related requests process.Report quarterly on project metrics for new product sales tracking and forecasting.Maintain product documentation to reflect changing regulatory approvals (QA letter, label/PD with QA/Reg, follow up SAP code setup, certifications).Participate in supply/capacity planning process to ensure business needs are considered.Execute analysis on SKU rationalization and execute rationalization according to what is agreed with Global Strategic Product Managers. Reconcile global sales orders and forecast demand with production schedule and logistics.Represent product management in commercial excellence projects as e.g. service levels.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES

A successful candidate:

has conceptual and analytical skills.shows Strong strong leadership of in cross-functional project teams.is an excellent relationship buildering & has self-awareness.has a methodical, analytical, systematic way of working approach.is technical, with financial acumen.has the ability to multitask with good prioritization.Influencing and interpersonal skills in a matrix organization.Ability to build strong relationships in virtual and remote cross-functional teams.Ability to lead teams in a matrix organization.is a self-starter, fast learner, and able to work independently.Intellectual curiosity, a collaborative spirit, and a proactive attitude.Is a data-driven problem solver with can do attitude.Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or equivalent experience in finance, supply chain, business administration or international business.Minimum Minimum of 3yrs product / project management experience in a matrix organization, with a strong technical and/or commercial focus.Excellent English communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.Computer literacy – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Sharepoint, SalesForce, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, etc.  

Location

Our state-of-the-art R&D and Application Development site in Leiden, NL, where key colleagues to this position are located.

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.

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