Fragrance Business development manager

SOZIO; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Sozio Philippines seeks a seasoned Business Development Manager to open opportunities, build strong client relationships, and close sales contracts across the fragrance portfolio. You will manage leads, drive revenue growth, and coordinate with Marketing, Customer Service, and R&D to align on business needs.

The role requires 5+ years in fragrance sales, deep market knowledge of Philippine categories, and an entrepreneurial, autonomous mindset with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• University degree required or related field.
• 5+ years successful sales and business development experience in fragrance industry.
• Deep knowledge of Philippine Fine Fragrance, Body Care and Fabric & Home Care categories.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to work autonomously and take decisions.
• Strong communicator with a vast network of connections.

Responsibilities

• Open and identify new business opportunities, building relationships with high potential fragrance customers and closing sales contracts in the Philippines.
• Generate new leads, manage sales pipelines and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Build close partnerships with key clients to ensure sustainable growth.
• Drive revenue growth and profitability for Sozio Asia in the Philippines.
• Collaborate with Development, Marketing, Customer Service, and R&D teams in Hong Kong/China.
• Report to Philippine Business Director & Regional GM.

Skills

Fragrance sales

Philippines market knowledge

Entrepreneurial mindset

Client relationship building

Negotiation skills

English & Tagalog fluency

Education

University degree in Business Management/Economics/Chemistry or related

Job description

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.

Missions

• To open and identify new business opportunities, building relationships with high potential fragrance customers and closing sales contracts, partnerships for Sozio Philippines.
• To generate new leads, managing sales pipelines and converting opportunities into long-term business partnerships.
• Build close partnerships with key clients ensuring sustainable growth.
• Drive the top line increase in Philippines, as well as profitability of J&E Sozio Asia Limited business.
• Collaborate and align on business needs with Development, Marketing, Customer Service, R&D teams in Hong Kong, China.
• Business Development Manager will report to Philippine Business Director & Regional GM.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Management, Economics, Chemistry or related studies.
• The ideal candidate has at least 5 years successful sales and business development experience in the fragrance industry.
• Experience in similar areas will also be considered: in fragrance ingredients industry, Consumer Goods industry or related industry
• Strongly and in-depth knowledge of Philippine Fine Fragrance, Body Care and Fabric & Home Care categories and business landscape.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and result oriented with ability to work autonomously and to take decisions.
• Proactive person to open new leads and business opportunities.
• Strong communicator & presenting skills with a vast network of connections. Able to transmit relevant information (ideas/concepts) to internally and to external parties.
• Client focused with problem solving with strong negotiation skills
• English & Tagalog fluency is required.

What We Offer

A strategic role with visibility and impact across a growing region.

Opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking, eco-conscious company.

Flexible working environment with travel opportunities.