Technical Perfumery Reformulation Manager

IFF; Tlalnepantla; On-site; MXN 1,049,685 - 1,399,580; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

IFF seeks a talented individual for a pivotal role in managing reformulation projects in Tlalnepantla. The successful candidate will lead various initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency while managing complex projects across global teams.

We offer a hybrid working environment that fosters professional growth and innovation. Join us in driving impactful solutions within the fragrance industry and be a part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Perfumery, or a related scientific discipline.
• Significant experience in fragrance development, reformulation, or project management.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage reformulation projects across 8,000+ fragrance formulas globally.
• Drive initiatives related to regulatory compliance and sustainability.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track project status.

Skills

Fragrance development

Technical project management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Project tracking tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Job Summary — Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. 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 Tlalnepantla on a hybrid working scheme.

Together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage reformulation projects across 8,000+ fragrance formulas globally.
• Drive value creation initiatives related to regulatory compliance, sustainability, supply continuity, and cost optimization.
• Coordinate and monitor reformulation activities to ensure business continuity and customer satisfaction.
• Support crisis management efforts by developing proactive solutions to raw material supply disruptions.
• Partner with Technical Perfumers to prioritize and execute reformulation projects effectively.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to track project status and business impact.
• Optimize ingredient utilization and contribute to portfolio simplification initiatives.
• Lead and mentor Reformulation Project Coordinators, ensuring appropriate prioritization and workload management.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to improve processes, data quality, and system effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Perfumery, or a related scientific discipline.
• Significant experience in fragrance development, reformulation, technical project management, or related functions.
• Strong understanding of fragrance raw materials and formulation processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working in cross-functional and global environments.
• Advanced proficiency in project tracking, reporting, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

How You Can Stand Out

• Experience within the fragrance, flavors, consumer goods, or specialty chemicals industries.
• Knowledge of formulation databases, regulatory requirements, and ingredient portfolio management.
• Experience leading process improvement, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.

Why Choose Us

• Join a global leader in fragrance innovation and creation.
• Lead high-impact projects with visibility across the organization.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and international stakeholders.
• Work in a culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainability.
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package.

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 religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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