Plant Manager - Memphis

IFF•Memphis, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to lead manufacturing operations, develop an engaged team, and shape the future of our Memphis site? 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 Memphis, Tennessee, USA and is an onsite role. Be part of an experienced, collaborative and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. As Plant Manager, you will provide leadership for local operations and align the site with IFF’s global operations strategy. You will guide performance across safety, people, quality, delivery, inventory, cost, productivity and production output while building organizational capability for the future.

Requirements

University degree in a relevant technical field
At least 10 years of experience in an industrial or chemical-process environment
At least 5 years of supervisory experience as a member of a site’s senior leadership team
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, collaborate across functions and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders
Ability to understand manufacturing technology quickly and lead or support operational and organizational change
Experience leading cultural or business transformation and developing effective, engaged teams
Ability to set priorities, provide clear direction and influence outcomes across a broader organization
Demonstrated commitment to advancing company values and building a culture of accountability, inclusion and continuous improvement
Data-informed and action-oriented approach, with the ability to make timely decisions and maintain focus on business and customer needs

Nice To Haves

Advanced university degree in a relevant field
Experience applying Lean manufacturing principles
Experience working in a unionized environment

Responsibilities

Lead site operations and establish clear priorities aligned with IFF’s vision, values, strategies and business objectives
Drive performance across safety, people, quality, delivery, inventory, cost, productivity and production output
Champion a culture of safety and sustainability, with a strong commitment to preventing incidents and continuously improving site performance
Build an engaged, accountable and capable organization while maintaining a constructive relationship with the Union
Lead organizational and cultural change, encourage continuous improvement and strengthen problem-solving capabilities at every level
Deliver reliable customer service and supply performance through effective maintenance, capacity improvement, manufacturing-plan execution and communication
Achieve financial objectives related to cost, productivity, yield, working capital and inventory
Define the site’s future direction, assess its competitiveness and collaborate effectively with business, functional and manufacturing network leaders
Ensure compliance with applicable local and federal regulations, engage appropriately with regulatory agencies, follow company policies and support positive community relations