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Job SummaryAt IFF (NYSE: IFF), we're using science and creativity to redefine what's possible—turning ideas into solutions that make the world taste, smell, and feel better. Our purpose is to apply uncommon sense to discover what's next. With over a century of innovation, IFF is a global leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences. As we continue our transformation journey to drive sustainable growth and shareholder value, the Corporate Strategy team plays a critical role in shaping our future direction.

Job SummaryAt IFF (NYSE: IFF), we're using science and creativity to redefine what's possible—turning ideas into solutions that make the world taste, smell, and feel better. Our purpose is to apply uncommon sense to discover what's next. With over a century of innovation, IFF is a global leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences. As we continue our transformation journey to drive sustainable growth and shareholder value, the Corporate Strategy team plays a critical role in shaping our future direction.Corporate Strategy Director (hybrid)Location: NYReports To: Vice President, Corporate StrategyAbout IFFAt IFF (NYSE: IFF), we're using science and creativity to redefine what's possible—turning ideas into solutions that make the world taste, smell, and feel better. Our purpose is to apply uncommon sense to discover what's next. With over a century of innovation, IFF is a global leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences. As we continue our transformation journey to drive sustainable growth and shareholder value, the Corporate Strategy team plays a critical role in shaping our future direction.We are seeking a Director of Corporate Strategy to join our high-impact team. This individual will be a key contributor to IFF's strategic agenda, helping define the company's long-term priorities and value creation roadmap. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Strategy and working closely with the CFO's office, this role will directly influence enterprise-level decisions and partner with leaders across Finance, Business Units, and the Executive Team.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Strategy & Financial Vision

• Lead the annual enterprise strategic planning process, aligning divisional strategies with corporate priorities and crafting IFF's long-term vision and value creation narrative.
• Drive long-term financial modeling and scenario planning, with a focus on capital deployment, resource allocation, and return on invested capital (ROIC).
• Partner with the CFO, FP&A, and Investor Relations teams to ensure strategy is financially grounded and clearly communicated to external stakeholders.

Strategic Insight & Value Creation

• Evaluate external trends—macroeconomic, market, customer, and competitive—and connect insights to enterprise strategy and portfolio positioning.
• Analyze internal performance data and identify opportunities for enhanced productivity, margin expansion, and sustainable growth.
• Translate strategic ambitions into tangible financial targets, KPIs, and operational milestones to monitor execution progress and impact.

Executive Leadership & Board Engagement

• Develop and deliver high-impact presentations and materials for the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors, with a focus on articulating strategic choices and financial implications.
• Support C-suite discussions with data-driven insights and structured recommendations that drive informed decision-making.

Strategic Projects & Business Partnership

• Lead or co-lead cross-functional strategic initiatives, including M&A screening, market entry, portfolio optimization, and transformation workstreams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, shaping and challenging their strategic thinking with financial discipline and structured problem solving.
• Develop business cases and investment theses for critical growth initiatives, emphasizing long-term value creation and strategic fit.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent graduate degree strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in corporate strategy, top-tier management consulting, investment banking, or strategic finance.
• Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into financial outcomes and vice versa; strong knowledge of value creation levers such as ROIC, margin improvement, and capital efficiency.
• Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills with a structured, hypothesis-driven approach to problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of crafting compelling, executive-ready presentations.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in global or matrixed organizations is a plus.

Compensation ($180 - $210K base) is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and location.Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, paid parental leave (maternity and paternity), and an annual bonus plan, among other employee perks.Join Us; This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class strategy team that directly shapes the future of one of the most innovative companies in its field. If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, finance, and execution—and are passionate about helping a company deliver on its long-term potential—we'd love to hear from you.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 moreSalary Ranges:$207200- $259000

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionBusiness Development and Sales
• IndustriesChemical Manufacturing

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