Are you curious about how data, processes, and technology can shape the future of global procurement and looking for a role where your ideas and data skills can make an impact from day one?
Procurement – Process & Technology (Center of Excellence)
Your role at IFF
As part of our Global Procurement – Process & Technology Center of Excellence, you will support the global procurement organization by leveraging data, technology, and process excellence to enable best‑in‑class performance across IFF.
You will work closely with senior procurement leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders, contributing to strategic initiatives that shape how procurement operates globally.
Where you’ll make a difference
Processes & Data Mining
- Employ process and data mining techniques to achieve process synchronization and continuous improvement, leading IFF’s procurement processes to best‑in‑class standards.
Data, Technology & Governance
- Support the global procurement team by ensuring procurement policies and procedures are followed.
- Contribute to the implementation of new processes, tools, and technologies, including data governance and global controls.
Globalization & Automation
- Support opportunities for globalization and automation of administrative activities related to:
- Sourcing processes
- Clearance processes
- Master data
- Costing activities
Programs & Strategic Projects
- Support programs consisting of single or multiple projects to upgrade the procurement technology landscape from a data and process perspective.
- Collaborate with Senior Procurement Leaders and cross‑functional leaders on strategic initiatives enabling IFF to achieve its business objectives.
Ad Hoc & Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Support ad hoc projects as assigned in line with the Global Procurement Strategy.
- Apply a tool‑agnostic mindset, leveraging technical and data expertise to drive standardization and optimization.
Tools & exposure
You will have hands‑on exposure to tools such as SAP, Power BI, R, Python, SQL, and process automation solutions, while developing key skills in communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement.
What we’re looking for
- Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and willingness to contribute ideas
- Proactive and innovative mindset to challenge the status quo
- Analytical thinking and ability to interpret data and present clear conclusions
- Strong communication and customer‑service orientation
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, global environment
- Good level of English (additional languages are a plus)
- Educational background in Economics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Data or Information Management, or similar
- Experience with:
- Data modeling for data warehousing / database design
- Data analysis and visualization
- Data processing languages and tools (Python, SQL, R, Power BI)
- Preferred:
- Knowledge of SAP
- Experience in a procurement environment
What we offer
- 🚀 Training in a leading company in the sector
- 🔍 Real, high‑impact projects from day one
- 🤝 Mentoring and coaching from procurement and technology experts
- 🌍 Global exposure and visibility within IFF
- 💡 An environment where curiosity and creativity are encouraged
Program details
- Duration: 1 year
- Location: Offices in El Vasco, Oviedo (parking available)
- Format: Hybrid – 3 days on site / 2 days remote
- Working hours: Flexible entry between 8:00–10:00 a.m. and exit between 5:00–7:00 p.m. (1‑hour lunch break)
- Monthly allowance: €800 gross
- Eligibility: Studied at the University of Oviedo and graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within the last 4 years
Dare to innovate with us?
Join IFF and be part of a team where science, creativity, and data‑driven thinking shape the future of global procurement.
➡ Apply now and start your journey with us.
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