Fragrance Innovation & Evaluation Lead

Bell Flavors & Fragrances; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances in Northbrook, IL, is seeking a Fragrance Evaluation Manager who loves fragrance science to lead evaluation and development efforts. You will partner with perfumers, evaluate fragrances, and translate trends and consumer insights into winning scent concepts.

The role requires 2–5 years of fragrance evaluation experience, a chemistry-related degree, and strong project-management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of fragrance evaluation and/or fragrance development experience.
• Genuine interest and passion for fragrances.
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to identify subtle nuances in fragrance compositions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with perfumers to bring fragrance ideas to life.
• Evaluate and select fragrances that delight consumers and excite customers.
• Turn trends, culture, and consumer insights into fragrance inspiration.
• Lead projects from concept through customer presentation.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Consumer Science, Regulatory, and Creative teams.
• Present fragrance stories and recommendations with confidence.

Skills

Fragrance evaluation

Project management

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Olfactive acuity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, or related field

Job description

Bell Flavors & Fragrances in Northbrook, IL, is seeking a Fragrance Evaluation Manager who loves fragrance science to lead evaluation and development efforts. You will partner with perfumers, evaluate fragrances, and translate trends and consumer insights into winning scent concepts.

The role requires 2–5 years of fragrance evaluation experience, a chemistry-related degree, and strong project-management and communication skills.