At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage samples and support product development in a creative, science-led environment.
- Company: Join a global leader in flavours and fragrances with over 90 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full training, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with excellent learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in an exciting industry with hands-on experience and mentorship.
- Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field and a passion for flavours and fragrances.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Chertsey
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, office based
About the Company
An established global business within the flavours, fragrances and natural products industry is expanding its UK operations following the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Surrey. With over 90 years of experience, the company works with customers around the world to create innovative flavour and fragrance solutions using high-quality ingredients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and develop specialist knowledge within a creative and science-led industry.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Samples Coordinator to join the team. This role would suit a recent graduate or someone at the start of their career who has a genuine interest in flavours, fragrances, essential oils or natural products and is keen to learn within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will play an important role in managing samples for customers and internal teams, while gaining valuable experience across product development, quality and sensory evaluation. You will receive full training and mentoring, with the opportunity to build your knowledge and develop a career within the flavours and fragrance industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the receipt, handling, storage and dispatch of samples
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing sample requests with internal teams, customers and logistics partners
- Liaise with sales and quality teams to provide updates and resolve any issues or delays
- Maintain accurate records and ensure the sample storage area is organised and well maintained
- Support customer requests and ensure samples are prepared and delivered on time
- Take part in sensory training, learning how to evaluate natural products and aroma compounds
- Assist with product presentations and development projects
- Support visitors and customer presentations when required
Development Opportunities
This role offers excellent opportunities to learn and develop, including:
- Training in sensory evaluation and understanding flavour and fragrance profiles
- Exposure to physical testing and product assessment techniques
- The opportunity to gain knowledge of laboratory processes, including techniques such as GC analysis, HPLC testing and titration
- Involvement in product development projects and customer presentations
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- A degree or equivalent qualification (ideally in a relevant scientific, food, chemistry or related subject)
- A genuine interest in flavours, fragrances, essential oils or natural products
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
- Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- A willingness to learn and follow processes accurately
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- A positive attitude and enthusiasm to develop within the industry
- Previous laboratory experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.
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