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As Head of Delivery Systems, Fragrance, you will manage the development of the latest fragrance delivery technologies, overseeing the full innovation lifecycle from R&D to product and process industrialization. You will guide downstream business activities and fragrance development, ensuring operational excellence across footprint management, quality, and supply chain performance, and maintain a business‑focused innovation pipeline.
In this important global role, you will head the end‑to‑end Delivery Systems organisation across our sites in Argenteuil, Singapore, and Vernier, encouraging collaboration to deliver cost‑effective, market‑winning solutions that enhance consumer experiences and meet evolving customer needs. You will promote innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, ensuring Givaudan’s leadership in fragrance encapsulation technology to inspire customers worldwide.
You will be based in Vernier and report directly to the Global Head of Science and Technology Fragrances.
Strategy design and execution
Lead the formulation and delivery of the Fragrance Delivery Systems end‑to‑end strategy, setting clear goals to achieve business growth and innovation
Define innovation priorities and guide the development of unique, market‑winning technologies
Establish the creation model to maximize efficiency and creativity across locations that win in the market
Identify and assess new business opportunities, translating insights into applicable initiatives
Shape product branding and promotional strategies to enhance market presence and customer engagement
Oversee and refine the supply chain strategy, ensuring efficiency and alignment with sustainability goals and customer needs
Functional management
Oversee and improve the end‑to‑end innovation chain, from research through to industrialisation and supply
Build and sustain a technology and fragrance portfolio aligned with both global and emerging market opportunities for global customers, important international accounts, and local and regional clients
Ensure seamless coordination between category management (marketing and development) and sales teams to maximize market impact for our encapsulation business
Manage all business opportunities – both attack and defend – to safeguard and grow market share
Plan for long‑term capacity and capability needs, ensuring the organisation is well‑equipped for future growth
People management
Oversee the execution of Givaudan’s annual human resources processes
Work with the RMCo, management peers and HR Business Partner(s) in developing a functional talent pipeline
Promote the development and promotion of functional talents within the division
Your professional profile includes
Master degree in Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
15+ years of experience in disciplines such as manufacturing, research or process development with a background in the aroma chemicals business
10+ years of progressive experience in people management
10+ years of experience in commercial operations and product development, with a track record of delivering business growth
Business fluency in English; additional language skills are an advantage
In‑depth knowledge of industry dynamics, market trends, customer behaviours, and product lifecycle
Expertise in leading within a global matrix organization and boosting cross‑functional teamwork
Experience in communicating and engaging both internal and external partners
Results‑driven and strategic mindset
Understanding of chemical engineering, chemistry and material science
Experience in resource allocation and project prioritisation, ensuring maximum value creation across projects
Experience with Polymer Science, fragrance formulations and materials, product industrialisation
Our benefits
Bonus payment
Home office (1 day/week)
Private health insurance
Free parking
Further company discounts
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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives. We work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion or sexual identity. We also have a safe working environment, progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Art/Creative and Science
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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