Job Summary

Job Description

As Agronomist - Vegetal Production Manager you report into the Platform development manager He/She will be based in Madagascar or any other location where IFF/LMR has production partnership.

Role and missions:

- Assist local partners in developing and following-up production of various aromatic botanicals, manage collection and on-the-field transformation.
- Aim at improving quality, securing supply and decreasing costs of the natural raw materials used by IFF.
- Participates in the continuity of production by proactive management of process issues
- Responsible of the transposition of finding developed by our agronomist R&D team
- Provide all technical support required by partners at source
- Assist local partners to implement and maintain sustainability certifications

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

- Knowledge of vegetal production of various botanicals used for fragrances and flavors natural ingredients
- At least 5 years proven experience in a similar position, ideally in Madagascar
- Competencies in the field in agronomy (mandatory) and first extraction process (a plus)
- Knowledge and/or experience in the field of certification (Organic, sustainable, ESR…)
- Agility in human relationships. Ability to interact with partners in various countries and
cultures, with R&D, Procurement, Operations and Sales Organizations
- Demonstrated team building and/or leadership experience preferred.
- Curiosity and willingness to share our strong values in term of sustainable development.
- Fluency in English, French speaker
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite skillset
- Solid problem solving and decision-making

Job Description

As Agronomist - Vegetal Production Manager you report into the Platform development manager He/She will be based in Madagascar where IFF/LMR has production partnership.

Role and missions:

Assist local partners in developing and following-up production of various aromatic botanicals, manage collection and on-the-field transformation.Aim at improving quality, securing supply and decreasing costs of the natural raw materials used by IFF.Participates in the continuity of production by proactive management of process issuesResponsible of the transposition of finding developed by our agronomist R&D teamProvide all technical support required by partners at sourceAssist local partners to implement and maintain sustainability certifications

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge of vegetal production of various botanicals used for fragrances and flavors natural ingredientsAt least 5 years proven experience in a similar position, ideally in MadagascarCompetencies in the field in agronomy (mandatory) and first extraction process (a plus)Knowledge and/or experience in the field of certification (Organic, sustainable, ESR…)Agility in human relationships. Ability to interact with partners in various countries and

cultures, with R&D, Procurement, Operations and Sales Organizations

Demonstrated team building and/or leadership experience preferred.Curiosity and willingness to share our strong values in term of sustainable development.Fluency in English, French speakerStrong Microsoft Office Suite skillsetSolid problem solving and decision-making

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.

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