Fragrance Creation Specialist - Cosmetic, Skincare & Personal Care

Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Fragrance Creation Specialist to join our RD team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in developing and customizing fragrance profiles for cosmetic, skincare, and personal care products. This role demands a strong understanding of fragrance chemistry, consumer preferences, and market trends, along with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative and high-quality fragrances to life. Key Responsibilities Design and develop unique, market-relevant fragrance compositions for cosmetic, skincare, and personal care products. Collaborate with RD, marketing, and product development teams to create fragrances aligned with brand positioning and consumer expectations. Conduct fragrance stability testing to ensure performance across different product formulations. Evaluate fragrance raw materials and manage fragrance libraries for new product launches. Partner with suppliers and fragrance houses to source innovative raw materials and stay updated on industry trends. Conduct sensory evaluations and adjust formulas based on performance and consumer feedback. Ensure all fragrance formulations meet regulatory and safety compliance standards. Maintain accurate documentation of fragrance formulations and testing outcomes. Qualifications Skills Hard Skills (Technical Competencies) Strong knowledge of fragrance chemistry, raw materials, and formulation principles. Expertise in olfactory evaluation and sensory testing methods. Proficiency in regulatory compliance for cosmetics and personal care fragrances (IFRA guidelines, safety standards). Ability to work with GC-MS or other analytical tools for fragrance analysis (preferred). Understanding of stability, compatibility, and shelf-life testing for fragrance components. Soft Skills (Behavioral Competencies) Creative mindset with a keen sense of smell and market awareness. Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Collaborative team player with the ability to work cross-functionally. Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects. Education Certifications BSC, MSC/ Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Fragrance, or related field. Certification/Diploma in Perfumery or Fragrance Technology from a recognized institute (preferred). Preferred Experience 3-7 years of experience in fragrance development within the cosmetic, skincare, or personal care industry. Prior collaboration with fragrance houses and familiarity with global fragrance trends. Experience in both fine fragrance and functional fragrance creation.