President, Taste Division and Chief Commercial Officer
Yuvraj Arora is President of Taste, leading IFF’s global Flavors portfolio within the company’s Food & Beverage business - an approximately $2.5 billion operation serving many of the world’s largest consumer brands. In this role, he shapes the strategic direction of one of IFF’s most influential businesses, overseeing global innovation programs, R&D and creation & design investments, customer partnerships, global strategy and the company’s expanding AI and digital capabilities.
Arora joined IFF in June 2023, bringing more than 25 years of multinational CPG leadership and a track record of driving growth, transformation, and consumer‑centric innovation across global markets. Known for his ability to commercialize innovation and lead organizations through transformation, Arora has delivered sustained performance across a diverse consumer portfolio.
Before joining IFF, he served as President, U.S. Categories for Kellogg North America, where he oversaw a $7B portfolio spanning six major categories. During his 21‑year tenure at Kellogg, he held leadership roles across India, the United States, Asia, Middle East and Africa.
Arora holds a Bachelor of Technology in Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, and an MBA in Marketing from the University of Delhi.