Job Summary
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
We are seeking a motivated Project Management Officer / Apprentice to join our Global Human & Consumer Insight (HCI) department, an international network with more than 70 professionals who aim at bringing innovation and consumer understanding for the scent market (fine fragrance, beauty care, home care and fabric care products). This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to assist in all strategic and innovative projects related to Product sensory performance & product evaluation.
This role is located in our creative center in Neuilly-sur-Seine.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Oversee and manage all strategic and innovation projects related to global sensory performance
Collaborate with international, cross-functional teams to ensure project success
Support the development and execution of project plans and timelines.
Analyze project performance and provide constructive suggestions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Facilitate communication and coordination among project stakeholders.
Participate in the promotion of the projects’ advancement and success by building relevant communication for internal sharing.
What Makes You the Right Fit
You are a student in a Master's degree (Bac+4) from a business or engineering school.
Highly passionate about scent development and innovation, curious and ready to learn.
Experience in project management is preferred but not mandatory.
How Would You Stand Out?
Highly organized and proactive, with efficient communication skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to work autonomously.
High flexibility and agility.
Proficiency in English (written & oral) is mandatory; French is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Why Choose Us?
You will discover the world of scent development
You will gain expertise in consumer studies and market research
You will gain expertise in innovation and development of capabilities
We are a global leader with cutting‑edge innovation
Flexibility, work-life balance, and meaningful work
Strong benefits and employee well‑being
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.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
Skills Required
- Master's degree from a business or engineering school
- Experience in project management
IFF Family of Companies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IFF Family of Companies and has not been reviewed or approved by IFF Family of Companies.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and locations, and compensation is often described as good.
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Parental & Family Support — A global minimum of 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents is in place. This policy is positioned as a notable component of the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Core offerings include paid time off, sick days, holidays, and sabbatical leave. Flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks and hybrid/remote arrangements are available where feasible.
IFF Family of Companies Insights
What We Do
Meet IFF: We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet. Explore what sets us apart.
