Sr. Fragrance & Flavor Evaluator
Role reports to:Sr. Manager Flavors & Fragrances
Location:North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit
Work Location:Hybrid
What you will doThe Fragrance & Flavor Evaluator guides the development process, serving as liaison between Marketing, R&D, and outside F&F suppliers. Upon initial charter, this role will work with Product Development to determine the appropriate fragrance profile and confirm technical, regulatory/ safety, and pricing parameters. FFE will determine whether any existing portfolio fragrance/ flavor is appropriate or if new creation by FF House(s) needs to be solicited. This position will oversee/ coordinate all aspects of the fragrance/ flavor development process, ensuring compliance with requested olfactive/ flavor profile, appropriate regulatory guidelines, timelines, compatibility with intended application/ base, pricing/ sourcing parameters, and liase with formulation chemists regarding stability protocols.
Key Responsibilities- Works closely with Global Fragrance & Flavor Leader (GFFL) to ensure resource allocation is consistent with overall business objectives- Manages projects throughout the fragrance/ flavor development cycle for all assigned brands/ regions/ applications.
- Works with outside F&F suppliers to develop F/F specific to project requirements and parameters (as required)
- Works with outside F&F partners to develop appropriate proactive collections for assigned brands/ regions/ applications
- Collaborate with Marketing/ Product Development to further develop relevant trend-forward fragrance and market knowledge
- Perform thorough olfactive/ taste evaluations for assigned projects, both neat and in use
- Participate in and support in-house sensory panel tests
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of market products/ trends, relevant brands (internal and competitive)
- Compile olfactive mappings of market/ product lines for internal use/ demonstration
- Exchange in both creative and technical dialogues with Product Development/ Marketing & R&D as well as navigate/ mediate occasional differing priorities between the two regarding fragrance/ flavor development
- Present Fragrance Trainings and occasional presentations internally and assist in development and update of training curriculum
- Evaluate stability/ compatibility samples as necessary
- Incorporate relevant/ novel technology into the F/F development process when appropriate
- Ability to advise, interpret and utilize consumer insights in order to drive iterative fragrance development
What We Are Looking For Required Qualifications:
- Ability to identify and speak succinctly about F/F elements
- 10+ years' experience in a F/F Development role
- Acute sense of smell & taste with the ability to discern and communicate very specific olfactive/ organoleptic notes, ideally with formal olfactive/ taste training
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
- Vast, up-to-date awareness of scented products across relevant market segments
- Excellent organizational and communication skills - both written and oral
- Ability to balance/ adapt to frequently shifting priorities
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple functions
- Ability to travel when needed (less than 10%)
What's in it for youAnnual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:
$110,500.00 - $156,000.00
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
- Competitive Benefit Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Kenvuer Impact Networks
- This list could vary based on location/region
*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
