About the role

Senior Manager Internal Audit at Givaudan overseeing internal audit assignments and driving improvement initiatives across the organization. Requires strong audit experience and knowledge of flavors and fragrances industry.

Responsibilities

Supervising audit delivery as the management-level point of contact for the audited business and partially outsourced audit teams, while proactively identifying and supporting the implementation of leading practices and improvement opportunities.
Coordinating and collaborating with other risk and control functions to evaluate control gaps, align risk assessments, and ensure effective mitigation activities.
Promoting awareness across the organization of the importance of effective controls and well-designed processes, fostering a strong control culture and a proactive risk management mindset.
Contributing to the development and execution of the Group’s risk-based audit plan and Internal Audit’s long-term strategy and roadmap.
Driving improvement initiatives that support the internal audit strategy including updating and innovating internal audit guidelines, procedures, and training materials, leveraging automation and data analytics where appropriate.
Monitoring and reporting on the implementation status of action plans resulting from audits and proactively following up on any delays.
Supporting the preparation of partner presentations for the Board of Directors, Audit Committee, Executive Committee, and Divisional Management.

You are an accomplished internal audit professional with 5+ years of experience, gained either within a leading Big 4 firm or a multinational manufacturing environment.
Experience in the Flavours & Fragrances industry or adjacent sectors is a strong advantage.
You demonstrate a hands-on mindset, strong attention to detail, and critical thinking, combined with a clear commitment to continuous improvement.
You have a proven track record of implementing initiatives that enhance process efficiency, internal controls, or risk management.
You possess a solid understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and industry standards impacting Givaudan’s operations.
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Fluent English is required; additional languages such as French, Spanish, and/or German are a strong plus.
You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in business administration or engineering or a related discipline.
You are willing to travel internationally (up to 50%).

Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development.
40-hour working week - at least 4 days a week in the office.
Additional paid days off.
Favourable pension fund contributions.
Subsidised meals in the staff restaurant/you benefit from a discounted catering offer (including lunch).
Sport and leisure club (amenities/showers on site).
Discounts at the company shop.
Subsidised REKA vouchers.
Worldwide private accident coverage and free choice of hospital.
Worldwide private accident insurance.
Additional family/education allowance.