Assistant Project Leader -Global HCI Sensory performance / Apprentice

We are seeking a motivated Project Management Officer 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 role offers a unique opportunity to assist in all strategic and innovative projects related to Product sensory performance & product evaluation.

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 role 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.

What will this experience bring you?

• Discovery of the world of scent development
• Expertise in consumer studies / market research
• Expertise in innovation / Development of capabilities
• Soft skills: creativity, teamwork, communication, reporting, dealing with a complex environment.
• Warm and supportive team atmosphere

 
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  

• 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? 

• 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