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In Mexico, work with our caring colleagues from our 6 innovative research, creation, and production centres to help us grow with purpose. Every day, your talent, your personality, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.
Purpose
Develop winning fragrances in areas of specialization (Consumer Products).
Core Responsibilities
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Develop winning fragrances and fragrance themes, reaching defined key success criteria in area(s) of specialization, by working independently and collaboratively on pro-active and reactive projects
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Build and manage a portfolio of winning themes, and continuously adapt them for various bases, price points and norms
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Develop skills working across a spectrum of creation from Activation (more technical and re- application oriented) to Innovation (more oriented towards creating novelty in a context of library enrichment and/r pro-active development)
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Continuously enhance creative and technical skills in area(s) of specialization
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Promote the use of Givaudan proprietary materials and specialties in the design process as well through new wins, both in internal and external communication and interactions
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Through MAP process, participate in the evaluation of new molecules and ingredients together with perfumery colleagues
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Continuously enhance market knowledge and consumer understanding in given area(s) of specialization, staying abreast of new market products, consumer tastes and olfactive trends
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Support Sales, Development and Marketing efforts by interfacing with customers on projects, presentations, and training sessions; participate in customer visits, building and/or reinforcing relationships with them
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Visit at least another of the global creative centres, not visited as a Perfumer
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Work effectively across multiple geographies
Academic Background
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University Degree preferred science/chemistry or other suitable field of study
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Verbal and written command of English
Professional Experience
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Successful and consistent career as a Perfumer, with mastery of all corresponding skills required, or equivalent background
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Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Perfumer
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Demonstrates ability to win projects through a first collection of new wins
Technical Skills
Fragrance Creation
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Ingredients & Formulation
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Demonstrates ability to develop, manage and constantly enrich own portfolio of winning themes and perfumes
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Demonstrate a sound base of technical skills, competencies and knowledge in area(s) of specialty
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Demonstrates a sound knowledge of Givaudan specialties and captives as well as of relevant technologies
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Demonstrates ability to apply fragrance creations to other categories
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Systems, Process, RAPS/Legislation
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Master all relevant systems, processes and has a sound knowledge of RAPS and the legislative framework
General Business Skills
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Competent at managing own project portfolio, setting priorities and managing resources involved in projects
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Competent to work effectively with all departments in development process on a regional and global level
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Develop ability to work collaboratively in the creation process (P2P)
Customer & Consumer/Market Knowledge
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Customer Knowledge and Relationship
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Good knowledge of Givaudan’s global customers in given area(s) of specialization, including brands, values, strategy, etc.
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Effectively supports Sales, Marketing and Development with customer interactions, understands customer organization and decision making, is able to support submission with rationale and relevant story telling.
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Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with clients in creation process (P2P)
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Represents Givaudan with customers, in all relevant business situations
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CMI
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Demonstrates a good market and consumer understanding in the area(s) of specialty
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Builds on CMR/CMI knowledge and understands regional and cultural variations in fragrance preferences
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Demonstrates an understanding of market research methodologies and techniques
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Market Knowledge
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Demonstrates solid knowledge of F&F industry, including relative performance of key players vs. Givaudan
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Demonstrates a good understanding of general market dynamics, including best sellers, best smellers, novelties, etc. across multiple geographies
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General Business Understanding
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Solid understanding of Givaudan’s heritage, product portfolio, key internal processes, and functional interfaces
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Demonstrates a sound knowledge of Givaudan’s Science & Technology capabilities and various tools available
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Can articulate Givaudan’s brand and value proposition to influence customers
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Has a good understanding of relevant business areas and concepts, such as finance, product costing, Fragrance Ingredients Management, supply chain, etc. to influence win rate and profitability
Self-Management and Leadership
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Communicates effectively across functions and geographies
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Learns from experience; handles mistakes with poise
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Readily seeks and accepts advice from colleagues
At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Everyone — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, culture, religion, or any personal circumstances — is warmly welcomed at Givaudan, a place where we all love to be and grow.
Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.
