Fragrance Development Director, Fine Fragrance, Perfumery & Beauty NY

Fragrance Development Director, Fine Fragrance, Perfumery & Beauty - New York, NY

Location:

New York, NY, US.

At dsm‑firmenich, we believe fine fragrance is more than a product—it’s an experience that inspires, evokes memories, and connects people worldwide. As a Fragrance Development Director, Fine Fragrance, you’ll be at the heart of this creative journey, partnering with world‑class perfumers and global brands to craft scents that leave a lasting impression.

• Develop iconic fragrances for mutual success of dsm‑firmenich and clients’ brands.
• Partner, guide and support all Fine Fragrance perfumers by bringing them consumer trends and data, cross‑category information, client white space opportunities, creative idea inspirations, and collection starting points.
• Select submissions adapted to brief parameters and provide rationale and feed collection with updated and strategically selected ideas.
• Incorporate and leverage maximum use of internal tools to practice informed creation, such as Consumer Insights and Technical Innovation tools.
• Detect and forecast future olfactive and product trends, including cross‑category, with eye towards Prestige, Fine Fragrance.
• Participate in account strategy definition and execution; lead client presentations on olfactive strategy.

• A global platform to shape the future of fine fragrance with leading brands and visionary partners.
• A culture that celebrates diversity, well‑being, and sustainability.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people in their work and enables them to own the outcome.
• Barrier‑free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.
• Competitive compensation, exceptional opportunities for career growth, outstanding benefit programs and the chance to make a lasting impact on products, people, and the planet.

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fine fragrance evaluation.
• Proven leadership, communication, teamwork and project management skills.
• Passion for fragrance, curiosity, and a growth mindset.
• Experience with specialty retail or cross‑category fragrance development is a plus.
• French language skills are a bonus, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Advanced degree a plus.

Salary $175,000–220,000. In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

At dsm‑firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our talent community. While there may not be an immediate opening at the time of your application, we regularly review submissions and will reach out when a suitable opportunity becomes available. By applying, you’ll be considered for future roles aligned with your skills and experience.

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