Job Summary

At IFF we use Uncommon Sense to create what the world needs. As a collective of unconventional thinkers and creators, we put science and artistry to work to create unique and unexpected scents, tastes, experiences, and ingredients for the products our world craves.

IFF is seeking a highly motivated and results driven individual to join our Singapore Innovation Centre as Strategic Planner.

How you will contribute

Innovation – Strategic Initiatives & Creative Platforms; Regional category governance (10%)

Help to drive in collaboration with local/regional management the innovation agenda for Greater Asia Facilitating the communication & discussion on innovation subjects including creative platforms and strategic initiatives (meeting facilitation, next step follow up, action follow up)Tracking the activity & progress

Reporting & business analysis (20%)

Detailed Analysis & Tracking of project pipeline including inflow, outflow, win rate etc across Asia regions/sub-regionsAnalysis of resource allocation, recommend optimization and adjustment if needed

Project Inflow Governance (20%)

Organize & lead the daily Morning Meeting which is about reviewing the new projects, support resource allocation and governanceConnect with commercial & creative teams to clarify on projects, resource allocation and expectations.Coordinate between various creative centers on matters related to project inflow to ensure a smooth and fluid workflow

Scent Portfolio Mgmt (50%)

Manage Scent Portfolio for Singapore regionEnsure high quality inflow of themes and regular maintenance of fragrance portfolio creating a dynamic portfolio (best in – worst out)Work with a small team to manage library project in Go To MarketLink Scent Portfolio Mgmt to digital portal to leverage fragrances with customer directlyRegular smell & assess the portfolio to ensure high quality fragrances and olfactive spread as per market needWhat you will need to be successfulBachelor’s degree in Business/Management/ Finance or Perfumery related field3-4 years of experience in project coordination, business analyst role or Scent Design rolesProficient in Microsoft Office in particular on Excel and PPT Advance olfactive knowledge and Scent Design/Evaluation background preferredAgility & Flexibility: Ability to work effectively with global teams in a multicultural & fast-paced environmentStrong ability to analyze data, create insights and recommend actions based on findingsStrategic Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to see the “bigger picture” and connect the dots to create alternative solutions at any given scenarioCommunication: Excellent verbal & written communication skills.Excellent Interpersonal skills/ Team player

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 the 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.

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