Scientist

Job Summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.

The role is based in Mumbai, India (Onsite role). Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Lead small‑scope internal or external projects by providing strong technical support and expertise.
• Demonstrate technical creativity by developing insights and recommendations that support project decision‑making, category strategy and customer propositions, highlighting IFF product advantages.
• Build and nurture strong business relationships with clients based on trust, collaboration, and technical expertise.
• Manage and execute technical projects for the Body Care category.
• Provide creative support on fragrance/technology performance, stability and external demonstrations for customer presentations.
• Plan and execute complex technical work for Value to Market, Proactive and Analytical projects under the guidance of technical leaders.
• Implement IFF technologies and explore fragrance solutions that meet consumer needs within the Body Care category.
• Continuously develop and maintain strong customer intimacy to strengthen partnerships and drive business outcomes.
  
  

What Makes You The Right Fit

• Master's or PhD degree in Science & Technology, Cosmetic and Perfumery, Chemistry or any other related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Fragrance, Consumer Goods or Ingredients/Chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of Body Care applications, raw materials and chemical processes.
• Ability to independently manage end‑to‑end projects with minimal supervision, experience in managing technical staff is an advantage.
• Proven expertise in fragrance formulation and development, with solid olfactive evaluation skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present technical concepts clearly to technical teams, non‑technical audiences, and senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
  
  

How Would You Stand Out?

• Solid business acumen and industry knowledge within the fragrance industry.
• Dynamic, proactive, and strongly motivated by problem‑solving challenges.
• Results‑driven and able to work with agility in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
  
  

Why Choose Us?

• Multinational and supporting environment
• Health insurance
• Training opportunities
• Learning and development programs
  
  

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more