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Fragrance Developer (Evaluator/ Manager)

Singapore Permanent View Job Description
Take ownership of fragrance development strategies for major Fabric care projects across the region. You will connect consumer insights, market trends, technical expertise and creative direction to develop fragrances that deliver both commercial and consumer impact.
  • Lead fragrance development for regional Personal Care customers
  • Shape consumer-led olfactive strategies with expert creative teams

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in the fragrance, beauty and consumer solutions industry, partnering with many of the world's most recognised consumer brands.

Job Description

  • Lead the olfactive direction and fragrance development strategy for assigned Personal Care customers and regional category initiatives.
  • Manage multiple customer briefs, selecting and developing fragrances that meet commercial, technical and consumer objectives.
  • Translate consumer research, market intelligence and category insights into clear creative directions for Perfumers.
  • Partner with Perfumers, commercial teams, marketing, consumer research, laboratories and technical specialists throughout the development process.
  • Evaluate fragrance performance in applications and support stability testing, troubleshooting and product optimisation.
  • Analyse market launches, emerging consumer preferences and olfactive trends to identify new opportunities and creative white spaces.
  • Coordinate regional and global projects with international creative centres and contribute to cross-market fragrance initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Fragrance Developer should have:

  • A strong background in fragrance creation and formulation.
  • Experience in the FMCG industry or related fields in engineering and manufacturing.
  • Solid understanding of olfactory principles and fragrance evaluation techniques.
  • Familiarity with safety and regulatory requirements in fragrance development.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
  • More than 2 years of experience in fragrance evaluation or fragrance development.
  • Strong experience within Personal Care categories such as shower products, bar soap or hair care.
  • Well-developed olfactory ability and sound understanding of the fragrance creation and development process.
  • Technical knowledge of fragrance performance, stability and base interactions across Personal Care applications.
  • Experience managing complex briefs and collaborating with regional or global stakeholders.
  • Ability to translate consumer research and market insights into meaningful olfactive direction.
  • Strong project management, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Creative, proactive and comfortable working independently while managing several priorities.
Contact
Hazel Choi (Lic No: R24122391 /EA no: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7064564
Phone number
+65 6533 2777

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
General Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hazel Choi (Lic No: R24122391 /EA no: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6533 2777
Job Reference
JN-072026-7064564

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.