Sr Manager Supplier Lifecycle & Risk Management

Job Title: Sr Manager Supplier Lifecycle & Risk Management

City, Country: Barcelona, Spain

As our Sr Manager Supplier Lifecycle & Risk Management, your will be a key player in the Procurement Excellence organization. The role will contribute to the delivery of the S2P Roadmap; to the design and the implementation of Supplier Lifecycle Management processes and Risk Management framework for raw materials and suppliers.

Your key responsibilities

Designs and leads programs to drive the harmonization and effective implementation of end to end supplier lifecycle processes, including supplier onboarding and qualification, segmentation and relationship management, as well as supplier performance and risk management.
Actively contributes to the development and continuous enhancement of the Procurement risk management framework for suppliers and raw materials.
Leads and supports the definition, governance, and deployment of master data quality rules for procurement owned data, ensuring data consistency, integrity, and compliance.
Supports and contributes to Group initiatives, ensuring alignment with Procurement and enterprise wide priorities.
Identifies synergies and quick wins and drives continuous improvement to increase process efficiency.
Fosters strong governance, collaboration, and clear communication across stakeholders.

We Offer

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

Minimum 5 years of Procurement expertise.
Minimum 7 years of experience managing complex global stakeholders, projects, and change initiatives.
Strong knowledge of project methodologies.
Strategic and solution‑oriented mindset with strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
Fluent in written and spoken English.

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process:

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.