R&D Fragrance Coordinator

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Research and Development Fragrance Coordinator to join a globally recognised personal care organisation in Jakarta. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on connecting science with sensory experiences, ensuring that every product resonates with consumers’ preferences and market trends. You will be at the heart of fragrance development, acting as the pivotal link between local teams, global resources, and consumer expectations.

As a Research and Development Fragrance Coordinator based in Jakarta, you will immerse yourself in the world of scents, playing a crucial role in shaping how personal care products connect with consumers. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with both local and international teams to ensure that every fragrance meets regulatory standards while capturing current market trends. You will facilitate communication between stakeholders, manage compliance processes, lead training initiatives, and champion consumer-centric testing. By maintaining an up-to-date understanding of olfactive preferences and driving simplification projects, you will help create products that are not only compliant but also beloved by users. Your ability to coordinate complex projects across multiple functions will be key to delivering high-quality results that support both business goals and consumer satisfaction.

• Serve as the primary liaison for all fragrance-related activities within the personal care category in Indonesia, ensuring clear communication between local teams and global partners.
• Develop and maintain a proactive perfume menu by leveraging global resources to optimise locally managed products and streamline complexity across various stock-keeping units.
• Oversee the implementation of mandatory regulatory changes related to fragrance compliance, ensuring timely adaptation to industry standards such as IIFRA requirements.
• Stay attuned to evolving consumer preferences by gathering olfactive insights and monitoring market trends to inform fragrance selection and development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with regional coordinators to ensure rapid responses within established frameworks and agreed ways of working with global design leads.
• Facilitate consumer testing initiatives by working closely with market-facing teams to gather feedback directly from end users, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Lead local efforts in olfactive understanding and mapping, providing expert guidance on scent profiles that align with brand objectives.
• Design and deliver training sessions on regional trends for factory staff and quality assurance teams, fostering knowledge sharing across departments.
• Drive the agenda for fragrance simplification by partnering with business units to identify opportunities for streamlining product offerings without compromising quality.
• Support competitive tracking activities by evaluating fragrances in the marketplace, contributing valuable insights to maintain a leading edge.

Requirements:

• A minimum of one year’s experience working within a fragrance house or similar environment where you have developed practical expertise in scent evaluation.
• A bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or a related field that provides a strong foundation in scientific principles relevant to product development.
• A keen sense of smell coupled with an analytical approach to olfactive assessment, enabling you to distinguish subtle differences in fragrance profiles.
• Demonstrated agility in adapting to new challenges and technologies, showing curiosity and enthusiasm for continuous learning within a fast-evolving sector.
• Proficiency in digital tools relevant to research and development processes, supporting efficient project management and data analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that foster effective collaboration across diverse teams while maintaining sensitivity towards different perspectives.
• A commitment to high standards of personal mastery—setting ambitious goals for yourself while nurturing resilience and wellbeing throughout your work journey.
• A passion for serving consumers by seeking out innovative ways to meet their needs through thoughtful product design informed by direct feedback.
• Humility paired with a service-oriented mindset—understanding that leadership involves supporting others both inside and outside the organisation.
• The ability to interpret evidence smartly, spot issues proactively, and identify opportunities for improvement through careful observation of data trends.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career adventure awaits!

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