Fragrance Analytical Manager

Fragrance Analytical Manager

Full-Time No working from home possible
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This is a chance to join a high growth international fragrance house who are operations globally. The company have recently invested significantly in the team along with the latest GCMS and automated compounding equipment.


Main responsibilities:

  • Manage the UK Analytical team, and coordinate and support Analytical teams in India, USA and Barcelona.
  • Analysis of market products and fragrance concentrates using GCMS
  • Analysis of raw materials and bases for regulatory purposes
  • Expand the GCMS library of raw materials and competitor products
  • Optimise analytical and sample extraction methods
  • Work closely with perfumers and evaluators
  • Assist with calibration and maintenance of Agilent GC-MS equipment

Ideal Candidate:

  • Degree or master’s in chemistry or other industry related qualification
  • Track record of applied technical experience in fragrance analysis
  • Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, GCMS techniques and softwares (knowledge of Agilent systems; Chemstation and MassHunter are helpful)
  • Previous experience in a management role
  • Good communication skills and ability to work within, train and motivate the analyst team
  • Experience in fragrance duplication for different segments: homecare, fine fragrance, personal care
  • Knowledge of extraction techniques and sample preparation

Relocation and Visa support is available for this role.

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Contact Details:

Umami Search Recruitment Team