Global category strategic planner - Body care (f/m/d)

Job Summary The global category Strategic Planner is a dual-scope role, reporting directly to the Global Body Care VP and working in dotted-line collaboration with the Neuilly Center of Excellence (COE) Director. The position is balanced between supporting Body Care category strategic initiatives and driving Neuilly COE governance and activities. It encompasses 4 main activities: category strategy & innovation governance, business analysis/reporting, communication and knowledge management Strategic Planner, Global Body Care Location: Neuilly-sur-Seine, France Function: Strategic Planning & Innovation Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Where You'll Make a Difference?

• Support Global Body Care Strategy & Innovation (50%) – Support the definition and execution of the Global Body Care product design strategy, ensuring alignment between innovation initiatives and business priorities. Drive category performance reporting, including pipeline, sales, budgets, wins, and key performance indicators, delivering actionable insights to leadership. Coordinate integrated planning and governance across innovation capabilities, from idea generation through deployment and ROI assessment. Support communication efforts across the global Body Care network, partnering with regional leaders, sales teams, and innovation stakeholders. Facilitate knowledge management and information-sharing processes across the category. Prepare management presentations and strategic updates for senior leadership reviews, summits, and business meetings.
• Support the Neuilly Center of Excellence (50%) – Drive performance reporting and analysis, including pipeline, win rate, cost-to-serve, and other operational KPIs. Provide insights and recommendations to enhance Neuilly COE performance and decision-making. Ensure governance and coordination of key COE activities in collaboration with other global sites, including New York, Singapore, and Hilversum. Lead organizational communication initiatives related to business updates, strategy, and organizational changes. Coordinate leadership meetings, track action plans, and ensure effective follow-through on strategic priorities.

What Makes You the Right Fit?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Strategy, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in strategic planning, business analysis, category management, innovation management, consulting, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities within an international environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with reporting and visualization tools is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Fluent English required; additional languages are an advantage.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience in the FMCG, fragrance, beauty, personal care, or specialty ingredients industry.
• Strong understanding of innovation pipelines, portfolio management, and governance processes.
• Experience preparing executive-level business reviews and strategic presentations.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple functions and geographies.
• Experience working within a global matrix organization.

Why Choose Us?

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value diverse perspectives and foster an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day. You'll join a global company with a rich heritage of innovation and a culture that encourages curiosity, creativity, and professional growth. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues worldwide and contribute to shaping the future of the Body Care business and our global innovation network.

IFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage all interested candidates to apply.

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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 more.

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