Overview
Job Summary Ready to shape the future of supply chain planning? IFF is a integral leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. In our Health & Biosciences business unit, we are channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets. We are now seeking a Master Production Scheduler to join our team! The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful implementation of a new planning system while supporting plant operations and collaborating globally. If you’re passionate about continuous improvement, thrive in dynamic environments, and enjoy working across functions, read more about the role below. The position could be based out of our site in Leiden (Netherlands), Brugge (Belgium) OR Asturias (Spain) and follows a flexible hybrid working model, with occasional travel required to support collaboration and operational needs. Become a part of a creative, solution-oriented, and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
What you will do and where you will make a difference
- Lead supply chain planning activities for the Naantali plant, ensuring alignment with global operations and business objectives
- Support the transition from SAP APO to SAP IBP, learning alongside the team and contributing to system implementation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to optimize planning processes
- Engage directly with plant teams to understand operational needs and drive improvements
- Participate in global planning meetings and contribute to strategic supply chain initiatives
- Maintain and improve inventory management practices, leveraging tools such as SAP, MyBis, and Microsoft Excel
What You Bring And Makes You The Right Fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain
- Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain roles, including engineering, production, distribution, or raw material planning
- Proven track record in cross-functional coordination and problem-solving
- Experience with SAP (APO, IBP), MyBis, and Microsoft Excel
- Strong communication and influencing skills in both English and Finnish
- How you would stand out
- PICS/CPF certification or inventory management experience
- Advanced analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Adaptability, resilience, and proactivity developed in a fast-paced, global environment
- Passion about operational excellence and continuous improvement
Why choose us
- Flexible hybrid working model
- Multinational and supporting working environment
- Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well-being
Join us and play a key role in transforming our planning systems while keeping operations running smoothly. This is more than just a scheduling role – it’s a chance to collaborate globally, drive continuous improvement, and make a real impact in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. If you\'re energized by change and thrive on solving complex challenges, 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 more
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