Job Summary IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The Raw Material Planner is responsible to ensure timely supply of materials to the region for uninterrupted production processing and servicing customers at a best-in-class level for Global, multi-site or a complex single site. The role is based in Grasse . Be part of a team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Plan both short- and long-term to align supply and demand to support inventory needs Facilitate collaboration meetings with stakeholders and vendors to review purchase forecasts, proposed orders, and other operational issues Monitor movement of materials through purchasing, storage, production, and retail distribution Set preferred stock levels and prevent excess inventory Solve problems of raw material shortages; Liaise with the local material coordinators/ site supply chain managers to ensure a smooth and aligned day-to-day planning process; Optimization and continuous improvement of material availability; global inventory days; inventory write-off; and obsolete/slow moving inventory. Design and create new tools to help improve the planning functions of supply chain Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance to terms of contracts What Makes You the Right Fit Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related fields. 5-10 years experience in operational planning or a similar role Knowledge of MS Office tools (specially Excel) Excellent business English communication skills Effective communication skills Analytical and quantitative skills Ability to handle high-pressure situations Accountability Continuous improvement attitude How Would You Stand Out? SAP, APO, MRP training on functional areas of expertise APICS Module I (Basics of Supply Chain Management) training Why Choose Us? International environment Professional grow opportunities Learning 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 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. 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.