Associate Category Manager; Energy

Puesto: Associate Category Manager (Energy)
Looking for a role that challenges you while making an impact on products people use every day?
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Global Operations:
Ensuring excellence in execution—from procurement to supply chain and reliability—delivering quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability across the value chain.

The role is based in   Polanco, Mexico City  (hybrid role)  .
Be part of a creative, solution-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 sourcing operations for a full portfolio of categories, including   energy (LNG, natural gas, electricity, industrial gases, steam-related utilities) and hydrocolloids   , defining strategies and setting measurable objectives.
Build and manage strong relationships with key suppliers, aligning category strategies with global, regional, and local business needs.
Drive supply‑resilience initiatives to position the company as a   customer of first choice   for strategic suppliers.
Develop and manage a pipeline of productivity initiatives that deliver hard savings, cash‑flow improvements, and support ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals.
Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting of Direct Materials and Indirect Materials & Services (IMS) within and outside the   North America   region.
Monitor volatile energy and maritime markets, providing proactive communication on risks, opportunities, and market changes.
Oversee supplier performance, including commercial assessments, QSE (Quality, Safety & Environment) compliance, and execution of defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Manage supply risks—including financial, operational, and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) factors—to ensure safe and timely delivery.
Apply the company’s 7‑step strategic sourcing methodology and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) principles to ensure best‑in‑class procurement practices.

What Makes You the Right Fit
Bachelor’s degree in   Business Administration, International Business, or a related field   .
5+ years of experience   in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing, preferably within the   energy (LNG, natural gas, electricity, industrial gases, steam-related utilities), hydrocolloids,   or industrial commodities sectors.
Knowledge of the   North American Procurement market   , including supplier landscape and regulatory considerations.
Proven experience managing complex supplier portfolios and executing category strategies.
Advanced negotiation skills and a strong record of managing vendor performance and resolving commercial issues.
Strong analytics capabilities to assess cost structures, market trends, and volume developments.
Advanced English level   , with the ability to engage stakeholders across multiple regions.
Experience working in volatile commodity markets, particularly energy.
Proficiency with   SAP   and knowledge of procurement systems, KPIs, and governance processes.

How Would You Stand Out?
Background working within a global or matrixed procurement organization.
Experience applying SRM frameworks and developing performance dashboards or SLA models.
Strong market‑intelligence capabilities with the ability to anticipate supply‑chain risks—especially in the LNG, natural gas, and electricity markets.

Why Choose Us?
Home office opportunity
Professional onboarding process
Training opportunities
Learning and development programs

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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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