Fragrance Development Manager

Founded in 1758 in Grasse in the South of France, Maison Sozio is one of the pioneers in fine French perfumery.The history of the Maison Sozio goes back to one of the very first families of perfumers in Grasse, having been at the origin of the community of glove-makers and perfumers.With the integration of Synarome in 2021, Sozio ties back to its legacy by returning to its initial activity : raw materials. This acquisition enhances Sozio perfumers' palette of premium ingredients - both synthetic and natural - and iconic specialties such as Ambrarome and Animalis.With these generations of learning and knowledge, an expertise in natural fragrances and an international presence, Sozio has become a key player in the perfumery landscape.Join a Global Leader in Fragrance CreationAre you a seasoned marketing professional with 5-10 years of experience in the mid-market fragrance industry or related fields? Join Sozio, a family-owned fragrance house with a rich legacy spanning over 260 years. Renowned for our expertise in fine fragrance, personal care, home fragrance, and household products, we are looking for a dynamic Marketing Director at our Piscataway, NJ office.Sozio is a global leader in the fragrance industry, known for its innovative and sustainable scent solutions. With a commitment to creativity, collaboration, and excellence, we partner with brands worldwide to deliver memorable consumer experiences.Exciting Opportunity for a Strategic Fragrance Development Manager at Sozio Inc. in Piscataway, NJ!Under the direction of the Director of Evaluation, the position requires the ability to select from the collection and/or guide creation of new fragrance development in order to successfully answer customer requests and trend presentations. Vast understanding of Market trends and awareness of key brands.Knowledge and acute understanding of brief management is also required.Key Responsibilities:Support the team of perfumers when requested during the creative processSupport the sales team with winning fragrances and sales strategiesStrong awareness of most market categories and leading brands (including Air Care/Home Fragrance, Personal Care, I & I and Fine Fragrance markets)Able to identify olfactive trends in the marketAble to understand and identify customers needs and olfactive gaps within their brandsAttend and conduct client presentations (on or off-site)Close collaboration with the marketing teamAble to create/generate olfactive descriptions Support and participate in expert sensory panelsCoordinate with Global teams to ensure a good exchange of library fragrancesHelp ensure brief deadlines are met and/or convey project status to all teamsLSI maintenanceAct as a back up to support other evaluation team members in their absenceDesired Skills and Qualifications:Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetics or related field is preferred5+ years of experience in Fragrance EvaluationKnowledge of basic regulatory guidelines and fragrance raw materialsGood oral and written communicationGood show of initiative and creativity along with a good sense of proceduresStrong computer literacyStrong organizational skillsStrong ability to multitask and work under pressure and tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently or within a teamStrong ability to make decisionsJoin Our Team in Piscataway, NJ!

Created: 2025-02-19