IFF · 1 month ago
Senior Scent Design Manager- Fine Fragrance Division, Creative
New York, NY, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$136K/yr - $170K/yrIFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, and they are seeking a Senior Scent Design Manager for their Fine Fragrance Division. In this role, you will partner with perfumers to design fragrance solutions, develop olfactive strategies, and mentor new talent while ensuring high creative standards are met.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Partner with perfumers to design and create fragrance solutions for fine fragrance specialty briefs
Develop and execute olfactive strategies to support the success of the Specialty category business
Champion consumer insights by assessing preferences and translating them into winning fragrance concepts
Curate fragrance themes, select standout directions, and allocate resources to maximize success under our win-rate strategy
Ensure timelines and budget requirements are met while maintaining high creative standards
Communicate project processes clearly from start to finish, including storytelling presentations to internal and external customers
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, consumer insights, scent technology, commercial) to deliver innovative solutions
Leverage IFF’s scent portfolio and cross-category themes for optimal efficiency in project work
Mentor new talent and facilitate olfactive/fragrance training sessions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Science or Business
Proven experience in fragrance development and creative direction within the fine fragrance industry
Exceptional olfactive capabilities and creative vision to inspire innovative fragrance concepts
Strong project management skills with experience managing complex, high-profile fragrance projects
Ability to analyze data, uncover insights, and apply scientific principles to innovation programs
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance artistry and business objectives
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and proficiency in English
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines across diverse teams
Preferred
Fine Fragrance Specialty experience preferred
Experience designing consumer testing methods and applying insights to creative development
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and mentor others
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Company
IFF
At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart.
Founded in 1833
10001+ employees
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