Assistant Project Leader -Global HCI Sensory performance / Apprentice

IFF; Neuilly-sur-Seine; On-site; EUR 11,160 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong benefits and employee well-being

Flexibility and work-life balance

Opportunity for meaningful work

Job summary

IFF in Neuilly-sur-Seine is seeking a motivated Project Management Officer Apprentice to assist in strategic projects related to product sensory performance. This role will involve overseeing project management tasks and collaborating with international teams.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a Master’s degree from a business or engineering school and is passionate about scent development. The position offers flexibility and supports work-life balance in a global leader's innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Student in a Master's degree program at a business or engineering school.
• Passionate about scent development and innovation.
• Experience in project management is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all strategic and innovation projects related to global sensory performance.
• Collaborate with international, cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Support the development and execution of project plans and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in English

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Master's degree (Bac+4) from a business or engineering school

Job description

Overview

Job Summary We are seeking a motivated Project Management Officer Apprentice to join our Global Human & Consumer Insight (HCI) department, a unique opportunity to assist in all strategic and innovative projects related to Product sensory performance & product evaluation. IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to assist in all strategic and innovative projects related to Product sensory performance & product evaluation. This role is located in our creative center in Neuilly-sur-Seine.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Oversee and manage all strategic and innovation projects related to global sensory performance
• Collaborate with international, cross-functional teams to ensure project success
• Support the development and execution of project plans and timelines
• Analyze project performance and provide constructive suggestions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Facilitate communication and coordination among project stakeholders
• Participate in the promotion of the projects’ advancement and success by building relevant communication for internal sharing

What Makes You The Right Fit

• You are a student in a Master\'s degree (Bac+4) from a business or engineering school
• Highly passionate about scent development and innovation, curious and ready to learn
• Experience in project management is preferred but not mandatory

How Would You Stand Out?

• Highly organized and proactive, with efficient communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to work autonomously
• High flexibility and agility
• Proficiency in English (written & oral) is mandatory; French is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Why Choose Us?

• You will discover the world of scent development
• You will gain expertise in consumer studies and market research
• You will gain expertise in innovation and development of capabilities
• We are a global leader with cutting‑edge innovation
• Flexibility, work-life balance, and meaningful work
• Strong benefits and employee well‑being

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 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