IFF · 1 day ago
Senior Scent Design Manager- Fine Fragrance Division Ancillaries
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$136K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expIFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. The Senior Scent Design Manager will be responsible for adapting fine fragrance creations into various product formats, developing olfactory strategies, and managing fragrance development projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Adapt fine fragrance creations into complementary formats such as body care, home, and lifestyle products
Develop olfactory strategies for ancillary categories aligned with brand DNA and fragrance launches
Drive and execute fragrance development for ancillary products to support Specialty category success
Manage timelines and budgets to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within scope
Communicate project processes clearly from start to finish, including storytelling for internal and external presentations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (perfumers, consumer insights, marketing, scent technology, commercial, management)
Create and facilitate fragrance training sessions for internal stakeholders
Mentor new talent and prioritize personal development aligned with business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Science or Business
Proven experience in fragrance development across multiple bases/applications
8+ years of industry experience (fragrance house or consumer goods company)
Strong project management skills with experience in fragrance/product development
Exceptional sensory skills and creative vision for innovative fragrance concepts
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet deadlines across teams
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and proficiency in English
Strategic thinker with problem-solving capabilities and a collaborative mindset
Preferred
Experience in Beauty Care, Ancillaries, or Home Care categories
Ability to design experiments and apply scientific principles to innovation programs
Skilled at motivating and mentoring others while embracing diversity
Benefits
Access to professional development programs and mentorship opportunities.
Collaborative culture with cross-functional exposure.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Company
IFF
At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart.
10001+ employees
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