Senior Fragrance Perfumer Cross-Categories (m/w/d)

About This Role

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients, as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, the pharmaceutical industry, and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €5 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, the company ranks among the leading global suppliers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, operates in more than 100 locations across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the United States, and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that are an essential part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

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About the role

As an SFA NEROLI Perfumer, you will be responsible for creating and developing fragrance compositions that meet customer briefs and internal project requirements, while respecting technical, regulatory and creative guidelines. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative, high‑quality fragrance solutions aligned with market trends and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and modify fragrance compositions in response to customer briefs and requests, as well as internal projects, ensuring compliance with defined constraints and guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with Fragrance Development Managers (FDM), the commercial and technical teams to develop projects aligned with customer needs and strategic priorities.
• Participate in customer presentations, providing creative and technical input to support project development.
• Promote new creations, capabilities and captive ingredients from Symrise, both internally and externally.
• Provide technical expertise throughout the development process to support innovative and competitive fragrance solutions.
• Observe and analyze market and consumer trends to support fragrance innovation and relevance.
• Contribute to GFIM (Global Fragrance and Ingredient Management) through activities such as: (a) Evaluation of new ingredients; (b) Conformity and regulatory reworks; (c) Formula rationalization; or (d) Creation and maintenance of standard perfumery bases.

About you

The role requires an experienced Perfumer to strengthen the Fragrance team in Dubai and support a fast‑paced, highly demanding Middle East market.

The ideal profile brings 5-10 years of professional experience as a perfumer. The position operates in an environment where speed, precision, and strong market awareness are essential to remain competitive.

This role works closely with:

• Clients
• Fragrance evaluators
• Sales teams
• Technical and laboratory teams

A strong balance between creative perfumery expertise and a commercial mindset is required, ensuring that fragrance creations are both innovative and commercially relevant.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of raw materials
• Solid understanding of European regulatory frameworks
• Experience working with client safety regulations and compliance requirements
• Background in chemistry
• Experience in a laboratory environment
• Strong awareness of market trends, regional preferences, and consumer expectations
• Ability to work autonomously, proactively propose ideas, and react quickly to client needs

Languages

• French
• English
• Arabic is a plus

Our offer

At Symrise, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and enjoy inspiring experiences that contribute to the well‑being of millions of people across more than 160 countries.

People are at the center of everything we do. This approach drives our above‑market growth and makes our company an exceptional place to develop your career.

Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Symrise, we value diversity in all its forms. We believe in equality, respect and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our culture. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, genders, ages and beliefs, convinced that diversity fuels innovation.

If you want to be part of a team that celebrates collaboration and unique perspectives, we encourage you to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need .