Senior PMO & Digital Project Manager, Operations

Are you passionate about leading digital transformation in manufacturing and driving impactful global programs that shape the future of operations?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Within our Taste Business Unit, we are accelerating digital transformation across our global manufacturing network. By leveraging advanced analytics, automation, process digitalization, and operational technology (OT), we enable smarter operations, enhance efficiency, and create sustainable value across our sites worldwide.

The role can be based in Barcelona (Spain), Gebze (Turkey), or Skofja Vas (Slovenia) (hybrid with 2 days in the office or fully remote depending on the country of hire). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

As the Senior PMO & Digital Transformation Manager, Operations, you will play a dual role within the Taste Digital Transformation organization. You will be responsible for governing the portfolio of digital transformation initiatives while also leading strategic projects across our global manufacturing network.

Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Technology, and site leadership teams, you will drive the execution of transformation initiatives from concept through implementation. Success in this role requires strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to influence and secure commitment from manufacturing sites to adopt new ways of working and digital solutions.

Act as Portfolio Manager: As a PMO supporting a digital team and governs the full portfolio of analytics and digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with business strategy, prioritizing work based on impact and feasibility, coordinating resources, tracking delivery, standardizing project methodologies, managing dependencies and risks, and providing transparent reporting to leadership so that data‑driven initiatives deliver measurable value.

Where You'll Make a Difference

50% PMO & Transformation Governance

• Own the governance and execution tracking of the Operations Digital Transformation portfolio.
• Prioritize initiatives, manage project intake, and support resource allocation across the portfolio.
• Track project progress, budgets, risks, dependencies, and key performance indicators.
• Prepare and present portfolio reviews, executive updates, and steering committee materials.
• Drive project management standards, governance processes, and best practices across the Digital Transformation organization.
• Partner with Operations and Digital leadership to translate strategic priorities into an actionable transformation roadmap.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to identify opportunities, assess business impact, and prioritize high-value initiatives.
• Build alignment across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing Technology teams to support successful execution of transformation programs.

50% Global Transformation Project Leader

• Design and lead global transformation projects across manufacturing and operations, from opportunity identification and business case development through implementation and value realization.
• Identify operational improvement opportunities and translate them into projects with quantified business benefits and scalable deployment plans.
• Lead initiatives related to Operational Technology (OT), Automation, Advanced Analytics, Process Digitalization, Robotics, Sustainability, and Operational Excellence.
• Define and manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, governance, and deployment strategies.
• Coordinate global, cross-functional teams and manage project delivery across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Partner closely with manufacturing sites to understand operational challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Influence Plant Managers, Operations Leaders, and key stakeholders to build commitment, gain sponsorship, and drive successful implementation of transformation initiatives.
• Lead change management activities to support adoption and long-term sustainability of deployed solutions.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as a trusted advisor to site and business leadership, promoting innovation, digitalization, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing network.
• Deliver measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, sustainability, and operational performance.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Project management or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in PMO, project management, digital transformation, or operational excellence roles within manufacturing, operations, engineering, or industrial environments.
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• Experience working with manufacturing sites and operations stakeholders in a multi-site or global environment.
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How You Would Stand Out

• Strong experience leading and designing global transformation projects from concept through implementation, including business case development, stakeholder alignment, resource planning, and value realization.
• Experience in Operational Technology (OT), Industry 4.0, Digital Manufacturing, Automation, Robotics, MES, or Advanced Analytics.
• Having the below Training / Certifications are a nice to have but not a must:
  • PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe, or similar project and program management certifications.
  • Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
  • Data Science experience or affinity.
• Experience applying PMO, portfolio management, governance, and change management methodologies in large-scale transformation programs.
• Experience managing project portfolios and governance frameworks in global organizations.
• Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders, Plant Managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive adoption of new processes, technologies, and ways of working.
• Food, ingredients, consumer goods, specialty chemicals, or process manufacturing industry experience is a plus.

Why Choose Us?

• Join a global organization shaping the future of digital manufacturing. Lead high-impact transformation programs with enterprise-wide visibility.
• Work with diverse international teams across operations, technology, and innovation.
• Access continuous learning and development opportunities to grow your digital expertise.
• Enjoy flexibility through hybrid or remote working arrangements depending on your location.
• Be part of a purpose-driven company committed to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.

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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About Us

At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.