Global Master Planner, Specialty and Value Proteins

IFF•Saint Louis, MO

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to take your supply chain expertise to the next level and drive global planning excellence? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Food Ingredients: Innovating improved nutritional profiles, better taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency to meet the needs of global food and beverage manufacturers. The role is based in St. Louis, MO, OR New Century, KS, in a hybrid setting 1–2 days onsite per week is preferred. Be part of a collaborative, strategic, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
5–7 years of experience in supply chain, operations, or planning roles with progressive responsibility
Strong knowledge of supply planning methodologies, capacity planning, and inventory management principles
Experience working within SIOP / S&OP processes
Proficiency in SAP, APO, MRP systems , or similar planning tools
Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyze and interpret data
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

APICS / ASCM certification or Six Sigma certification
Experience in food manufacturing or regulated production environments
Demonstrated success in process improvement, automation, or planning system optimization

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a 24-month rolling master production plan at the product family level, aligning supply and demand within the Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process
Create and analyze monthly capacity plans , including production, inventory projections, and capacity utilization
Partner with plant planners and master production scheduling (MPS) teams to align execution with global plan requirements and resolve gaps
Lead and facilitate the Supply Review process as part of SIOP, ensuring alignment across business, supply chain, and operations teams
Build and model medium- and long-term planning scenarios to support business decision-making and strategic direction
Recommend adjustments to inventory targets, safety stock, and replenishment strategies to meet service and financial targets
Monitor key planning metrics (e.g., service levels, inventory turns, capacity utilization) and drive root cause analysis for performance gaps
Lead cross-functional projects, including new product introductions (NPI), capacity optimization, and supply chain cost improvement initiatives
Act as a key liaison between Business, Supply Chain, and Operations , ensuring effective communication and resolution of supply-related challenges