Flavourist

About the Role

At Givaudan Singapore, join a team dedicated to enhancing lives through innovative food, fragrance, and wellbeing solutions across the Asia-Pacific. Collaborate closely with research, creation, and production teams, including a renowned perfumery school, to craft unique flavours and drive innovation impacting billions globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development of flavour formulations in assigned categories, overseeing technical approach and supervising preparation for consistent quality and efficiency.
• Conduct detailed evaluations and sensory assessments of flavours, interpret results, and guide junior colleagues on required actions.
• Partner with senior flavourists to define tactical objectives and align technical priorities with broader business strategies.
• Enhance and optimize digital tools for documentation, reporting, and performance tracking to ensure data integrity and streamline workflow across teams.
• Act as the expert for complex flavour formulation challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions promptly.
• Convert customer feedback and market trends into actionable flavour development plans supporting growth targets.
• Champion process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and maintain high-quality standards within flavour creation operations.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback to trainees and junior flavourists to foster skill development and succession preparedness.

Educational and Professional Background

• Holds a Polytechnic diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related fields.
• Possesses at least 10 years of expertise as a flavourist post-completion of a Flavourist Trainee Programme or an equivalent professional development.

Technical and Professional Skills

• Advanced knowledge in flavour creation processes, sensory science, and practical application in multiple product categories.
• Experience in beverage flavour formulation is a significant advantage.
• Skilled at integrating market data, analytics, and insights into formulation strategies to boost customer outcomes.
• Proficient in digital and analytical platforms with a commitment to optimizing these tools for better project management.
• Familiarity with related disciplines such as ingredient technology, regulatory standards, and consumer insights applied in formulating comprehensive solutions.
• Expertise in driving process improvements within flavour development workflows to reduce lead times and guarantee product consistency.
• Ability to mentor team members on formulation techniques and sensory methodology, contributing actively to training programs.

Inclusion and Culture

Givaudan values diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and personal circumstances. The company fosters an environment where every employee's unique essence contributes to enriching the organization and its mission.