Sr. Fragrance & Flavor Evaluator

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Sr. Fragrance & Flavor Evaluator

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

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Role reports to:

Global Fragrance Leader

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Fragrance & Flavor Evaluator guides the development process, serving as liaison between Marketing, R&D, and outside F&F suppliers. Upon initial charter, FFE will work with Product Development to determine the appropriate fragrance profile and confirm technical, regulatory/ safety, and pricing parameters. FFE will determine whether any existing portfolio fragrance/ flavor is appropriate or if new creation by FF House(s) needs to be solicited. FFE will oversee/ coordinate all aspects of the fragrance/ flavor development process, ensuring compliance with requested olfactive/ flavor profile, appropriate regulatory guidelines, timelines, compatibility with intended application/ base, pricing/ sourcing parameters, and liase with formulation chemists regarding stability protocols.

FFDM/ Sr. FFE Essential Responsibilities & Functions:

• Works closely with Global Fragrance & Flavor Leader (GFFL) to ensure resource allocation is consistent with overall business objectives- Manages projects throughout the fragrance/ flavor development cycle for all assigned brands/ regions/ applications.
• Works with outside F&F suppliers to develop F/F specific to project requirements and parameters (as required)
• Works with outside F&F partners to develop appropriate proactive collections for assigned brands/ regions/ applications
• Collaborate with Marketing/ Product Development to further develop relevant trend-forward fragrance and market knowledge
• Perform thorough olfactive/ taste evaluations for assigned projects, both neat and in use
• Participate in and support in-house sensory panel tests
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of market products/ trends, relevant brands (internal and competitive)
• Compile olfactive mappings of market/ product lines for internal use/ demonstration
• Exchange in both creative and technical dialogues with Product Development/ Marketing & R&D as well as navigate/ mediate occasional differing priorities between the two regarding fragrance/ flavor development
• Present Fragrance Trainings and occasional presentations internally and assist in development and update of training curriculum
• Evaluate stability/ compatibility samples as necessary
• Incorporate relevant/ novel technology into the F/F development process when appropriate
• Ability to advise, interpret and utilize consumer insights in order to drive iterative fragrance development

Additional job competencies/ functional relationships/ specialized skills:

• Ability to identify and speak succinctly about F/F elements
• Acute sense of smell & taste with the ability to discern and communicate very specific olfactive/ organoleptic notes, ideally with formal olfactive/ taste training
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
• Vast, up-to-date awareness of scented products across relevant market segments
• Excellent organizational and communication skills – both written and oral
• Ability to balance/ adapt to frequently shifting priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple functions

Minimum Qualifications:

Sr FFE:                10+ years’ experience in a F/F Development role

Ability to travel when needed (less than 10%)

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