About the role
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
Aplyr's read
IFF is a global leader in flavors and fragrances, attracting talent in diverse roles from quality assurance to engineering and HR operations.
What's promising
- •IFF's global presence offers diverse career opportunities across multiple regions.
- •The company is a leader in the flavors and fragrances industry, providing stability.
- •IFF invests in innovation, supporting roles in manufacturing technology and process improvement.
What to watch
- •The chemical industry faces regulatory challenges that may impact operations.
- •IFF's global scale can lead to complex organizational structures.
- •Market competition is intense, with pressure to continuously innovate.
Why IFF
- •IFF combines science and creativity in developing consumer product solutions.
- •The company has a strong focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing.
- •IFF's diverse product range spans food, beverages, personal care, and household goods.
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About IFF
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.) is a global leader in the creation of flavors and fragrances for consumer products, including food, beverages, personal care, and household goods.
