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Meet IFF: We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet. Explore what sets us apart. read more

This company is accepting feedback from verified employees EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 105

TOTAL RATINGS: 2526

CEO: Frank Clyburn

Joining IFF - Employee Onboarding

Employee Sentiment

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining IFF is that the company was prepared on their first day. IFF employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 83% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Answer	Percent
Yes	100%
No	0%

Did you have a positive onboarding experience when you were hired at your current company?

Answer	Percent
Very Prepared	20%
Prepared	40%
Somewhat Prepared	20%
Unprepared	20%
Very Unprepared	0%

How prepared was your company on your first day of onboarding?

Answer	Percent
Yes	83%
No	17%

Was your direct manager helpful with your onboarding during your first 90 days?

Meet Your Managers

Your direct manager highly affects your experience at a company; overall managers at IFF are rated an A. At IFF most employees said they received feedback once a month or once a quarter. 79% of employees also said they felt comfortable giving their managers feedback. Learn More about your managers at IFF.

Answer	Percent
Every week	22%
Once a month	28%
Once a quarter	25%
Once a year	19%
Never	6%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	18%
No	82%

Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?

Answer	Percent
Yes	79%
No	21%

Do you feel comfortable giving your boss negative feedback?

Negotiate Salary

If you think you and your skill set should be valued higher than your offer, negotiate your salary! 40% of men and 33% of women at IFF said they negotiated their salaries. On average, IFF employees earn $1. IFF ranks in the Top 15% for compensation in New York. Learn More about Salaries at IFF.

Average Salaries at IFF by Department

Get Acclimated

Now that you’ve joined IFF, get acclimated. Is lunch a social time or do people sit at their desks? At IFF the most common answer selected by employees is a 1 hour break. Understand your coworkers and why they’ve chosen to stay at IFF, many employees say it’s because of the comfort & familiarity.

Answer	Percent
Company Mission	13%
Comp & Benefits	13%
Co-Workers	13%
Comfort & Familiarity	48%
Career Advancement Opportunities	13%

What's the main reason you stay at your current company?

Answer	Percent
>1 hour	29%
1 hour	35%
45 minutes	6%
30 minutes	24%
I eat at my desk	6%

How long do you take for lunch breaks?

Answer	Percent
Multiple times a week	0%
Once a week	4%
Once a month	20%
Once a quarter	48%
Never	28%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Professional Development

IFF ranks in the Top 35% of companies for professional development in New York. 64% of employees feel as though IFF is beneficial to their continuous career growth, and 43% said they had a mentor at the office. Learn More about Professional Development at IFF.

Answer	Percent
Yes	43%
No	57%

Do you have a mentor at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	64%
No	36%

Does your current company provide you meaningful opportunities for career advancement?

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