International Flavors and Fragrances
Job Summary
Are you ready to be the single point of accountability for multimillion‑dollar capital projects that elevate safety, quality, and performance—potentially across multiple sites?
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences—we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Global Operations : Ensuring excellence in execution—from procurement to supply chain and reliability—delivering quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability across the value chain.
The role is based in Rochester, NY (onsite). Be part of an open‑minded, passionate, and growth‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Serve as the
single point of accountability for assigned capital projects—typically $1‑$5M and up to $10M—at one or multiple sites.
Cocreate the
Business Objectives Letter
with the Project Sponsor and Divisional Engineering Director; translate objectives into executable plans.
Partner with
Site/Regional Engineering
to define the execution strategy and priorities; collaborate with
Finance
on the economic model and justification.
Build a cohesive, high‑performing
cross‑functional and partner
team (including external engineering); clarify roles, balance workloads, and ensure strong communication.
Apply the
StageGated Capital Execution Process (CEP)
and
FrontEnd Loading (FEL) ; lead gatekeeping, evaluate non‑cap/lower‑cap alternatives, assess risks, and drive mitigations.
Embed
EHS and Process Safety Management (PSM)
requirements in design, construction, and startup; engage
PHA experts
as needed.
Align early with
Sourcing
on contracting and procurement strategies; drive use of preferred vendors and alliance partners.
Ensure
commissioning and startup readiness
(training, procedures, maintenance records, qualification plans) and conduct pre‑startup reviews.
Integrate project schedules with
Supply Chain/Operations
(e.g., TARs/outages); control scope,
cost and schedule , manage changes, and provide transparent status reporting.
What Makes You the Right Fit
Bachelor’s or Master’s in
Process/Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, BioTech, or Food Technology Engineering —or equivalent technical experience.
5+ years
managing capital projects in
active operating/production
environments.
Solid understanding of
StageGated CEP
and
FEL
practices.
Working knowledge of
OSHA construction safety
rules (e.g., OSHA 510 or equivalent).
Strength in
project controls
(scope, cost, schedule, risk) and change management.
Proven ability to
influence stakeholders
and communicate clearly across functions and levels.
Experience leading
external engineering partners , contracting strategies, and vendor management.
Collaborative mindset with
Process/Manufacturing Technology
teams to develop robust Basic Data and design deliverables.
How Would You Stand Out?
PMP
or equivalent project management certification.
Experience delivering capital projects in
food & beverage
or
pharmaceutical
manufacturing with PSM elements.
Track record leading
multisite portfolios
or a
Site Minor Projects Program .
Why Choose Us?
Lead visible,
high‑impact
projects that modernize assets and enable customer growth.
Join a
safety‑first
culture with strong executive sponsorship and resources.
Collaborate across
Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain
to solve complex challenges.
Grow your career with
learning, certifications, and cross‑site exposure
in a global leader.
Contribute to an
open‑minded, passionate, growth‑oriented
team where your ideas matter.
Make a measurable difference in
cost, schedule, and risk performance
while elevating site capability.
Diversity and Inclusion 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 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
Salary Ranges: $89200 – $111500
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IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences—we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Global Operations : Ensuring excellence in execution—from procurement to supply chain and reliability—delivering quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability across the value chain.
The role is based in Rochester, NY (onsite). Be part of an open‑minded, passionate, and growth‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Serve as the
single point of accountability for assigned capital projects—typically $1‑$5M and up to $10M—at one or multiple sites.
Cocreate the
Business Objectives Letter
with the Project Sponsor and Divisional Engineering Director; translate objectives into executable plans.
Partner with
Site/Regional Engineering
to define the execution strategy and priorities; collaborate with
Finance
on the economic model and justification.
Build a cohesive, high‑performing
cross‑functional and partner
team (including external engineering); clarify roles, balance workloads, and ensure strong communication.
Apply the
StageGated Capital Execution Process (CEP)
and
FrontEnd Loading (FEL) ; lead gatekeeping, evaluate non‑cap/lower‑cap alternatives, assess risks, and drive mitigations.
Embed
EHS and Process Safety Management (PSM)
requirements in design, construction, and startup; engage
PHA experts
as needed.
Align early with
Sourcing
on contracting and procurement strategies; drive use of preferred vendors and alliance partners.
Ensure
commissioning and startup readiness
(training, procedures, maintenance records, qualification plans) and conduct pre‑startup reviews.
Integrate project schedules with
Supply Chain/Operations
(e.g., TARs/outages); control scope,
cost and schedule , manage changes, and provide transparent status reporting.
What Makes You the Right Fit
Bachelor’s or Master’s in
Process/Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, BioTech, or Food Technology Engineering —or equivalent technical experience.
5+ years
managing capital projects in
active operating/production
environments.
Solid understanding of
StageGated CEP
and
FEL
practices.
Working knowledge of
OSHA construction safety
rules (e.g., OSHA 510 or equivalent).
Strength in
project controls
(scope, cost, schedule, risk) and change management.
Proven ability to
influence stakeholders
and communicate clearly across functions and levels.
Experience leading
external engineering partners , contracting strategies, and vendor management.
Collaborative mindset with
Process/Manufacturing Technology
teams to develop robust Basic Data and design deliverables.
How Would You Stand Out?
PMP
or equivalent project management certification.
Experience delivering capital projects in
food & beverage
or
pharmaceutical
manufacturing with PSM elements.
Track record leading
multisite portfolios
or a
Site Minor Projects Program .
Why Choose Us?
Lead visible,
high‑impact
projects that modernize assets and enable customer growth.
Join a
safety‑first
culture with strong executive sponsorship and resources.
Collaborate across
Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain
to solve complex challenges.
Grow your career with
learning, certifications, and cross‑site exposure
in a global leader.
Contribute to an
open‑minded, passionate, growth‑oriented
team where your ideas matter.
Make a measurable difference in
cost, schedule, and risk performance
while elevating site capability.
Diversity and Inclusion 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 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
Salary Ranges: $89200 – $111500
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