Job Summary
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.
The role is based in France (Paris region) with global travel required. Be part of a visionary, strategic, and globally impactful team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
• Design and deliver world-class educational programs for the next generation of fragrance leaders, both in-house and with top academic partners
• Lead global recruitment and development of high-potential students and apprentice perfumers
• Manage, inspire, and grow a diverse team across regions
• Continuously enhance curriculum and program delivery to align with IFF’s strategic objectives
• Strategically manage internal and external partnerships, protecting IFF’s values and intellectual property
• Champion innovation in talent development and drive opportunities for program expansion
• Collaborate with industry experts to shape the future of fragrance education
• Represent IFF in global forums and academic partnerships
What Makes You the Right Fit
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top-tier University (Marketing, Business, Chemistry, Arts, or related field preferred)
• 15+ years’ experience in business leadership, education, training, or the fragrance industry
• Proven excellence in strategic thinking, execution, and cross-functional collaboration
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Global mindset with the ability to inspire, motivate, and influence at all levels
• Fluency in English; French proficiency highly valued
• Experience managing international teams and programs
• Strong understanding of fragrance industry dynamics
How Would You Stand Out?
• Experience building or leading educational institutions or talent development programs
• Deep network within the fragrance or olfactive science community
• Proven track record of innovation in curriculum design or talent strategy
Why Choose Us?
• Lead a signature global talent program backed by industry leaders
• Work alongside world-class innovators in a creative and collaborative environment
• Shape the future of fragrance by empowering the next generation of creators
• Be part of a company that values sustainability, innovation, and diversity
• Enjoy a dynamic and international work environment
• Make a lasting impact on the industry and its future talent
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
Top Skills
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.
