Perfumer

Job Summary

The Perfumer is responsible for creating, developing, and refining fragrances for fine perfumes, Eau de Toilette (EDT), Eau de Parfum (EDP), and deodorant products . This role combines creative artistry with technical expertise to translate briefs into commercially viable, high-quality fragrance compositions while ensuring regulatory compliance, performance, and brand alignment.

Key Responsibilities

Fragrance Creation & Development

• Create original fragrance formulations for fine fragrance, EDT, EDP, and deodorant applications
• Interpret creative briefs, market trends, and brand positioning into olfactive concepts
• Modify and optimize fragrance formulas based on internal evaluation, client feedback, and performance testing
• Develop fragrances across multiple olfactive families (floral, woody, oriental, fresh, gourmand, etc.)

Technical & Application Expertise

• Adapt fragrance compositions for different bases and formats (alcohol-based perfumes, deodorant systems, etc.)
• Ensure fragrance stability, longevity, diffusion, and performance in various applications
• Work closely with evaluation, application, and R&D teams to ensure optimal product performance
• Maintain accurate formula documentation and ingredient traceability

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IFRA standards, local and international regulations
• Select ingredients considering safety, sustainability, cost, and availability
• Support quality control by troubleshooting fragrance-related issues

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product development teams
• Participate in fragrance presentations, evaluations, and client meetings
• Support fragrance briefs with olfactive descriptions and storytelling

Market & Trend Awareness

• Monitor fragrance market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive launches
• Research new aroma chemicals, naturals, and innovative fragrance technologies

Required Qualifications

• Degree or formal training in Perfumery, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field
• Professional training from a recognized perfumery school is preferred
• Proven experience in fine fragrance and/or deodorant fragrance development
• Strong olfactive skills and fragrance memory
• Knowledge of fragrance ingredients, raw materials, and blending techniques