Regional Category Manager LATAMThis position will be based in Punto Polanco, Mexico.Summary: Be responsible to develop, maintain a strategy, and manage a Category Excellence Team to source a competitive and cost-effective limited portfolio of raw materials across all manufacturing plants, in accordance with GP policies and procedures, while meeting financial and non-financial targets. This position will be managing Agricrop and Grains & Sweeteners Category for LATAM.Responsibilities:Knowledge of ProcurementExcellent Procurement experience in your responsible products; and working in a matrixenvironmentRecognized expert in the area of responsibility with product depth and contacts in key supply markets.Strong knowledge of business practices and financial concepts/impact/analysesProcurement best practiceExcellent AT Kearney 7 step strategic sourcing methodology for globalGlobal Procurement policy.Ariba e sourcing Project ManagementStrong project management, people leadership skills and presentation skills. People management needed for position with direct reports.CPSM or SPSM or related certification in supply chain or procurement excellence.Supplier relations managementExcellent experience identifying, developing and promoting new and existing supplier relationships for global areasEngaging cross functionally (R&D, Commercial, Creation, Production, Quality, etc)Strong communication skills (written and oral) in English and global interactionLeadershipExpert in planning and managing complex and new projects.Understands matrix organizations and proactively leads through influence.Skillful in representing IFF outside the organization.Leverages talents in a team and influences and manages the dynamics in a team.Understands dealing with ambiguity and ability to explain this to others.Coach & MentoringStrong mentor skills and ability to coach team members.Ability to engage, motivate people and challenges in the organization.Creates an environment that fosters learning and ensures development opportunities.Actively shares knowledge and insights.Strong ability to provide guidance and coaching to other departments.Requirements:Background: Bachelor's or greaterExperience: > 10 yearsAverage time in position: > 7 yearsExperience with PMO will be a plus.Training / Certifications: CPSM or SPSM or related certification in supply chain or procurement excellence.We apply science and creativity for a better world.With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partner with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products the world craves.#J-18808-Ljbffr