Total 11 job vacancies by Firmenich Asia Pte Ltd

Manage the Consumer and Sensory needs of Asia Pacific through execution of high quality sensory & consumer science services to meet the rising customer demand for data driven product development, with focus on the Sweet Goods & Savoury Segment.

Ensuring all aspects of consumer testing (partnering with market agencies) are carried out within the Asia Pacific region. Integrate sensory and consumer studies to determine the drivers of consumer liking.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Business Segment Lead, cross-functional teams (marketing, collection, application, creation) to develop effective marketing strategies for the region

• Execute proactive Consumer and Sensory studies in alignment with business priorities, in collaboration with the Marketing and Business Segments Leads

• Partner and guide:

• the marketing team through advise and implementation of the appropriate or most convincing CSI methodology to create successful ideas/concepts for marketing promotion and marketing campaigns.

• the creation and application teams in flavour and end-product development to meet customer action standards in reactive briefs

• Drive the consumer studies requested by internal and external customers by interacting directly with the commercial, category, technical teams and market agencies to design and plan consumer and sensory tests. Define the research approach, design questionnaires, participate in fieldwork supervision, analyse consumer data and to validate flavour submissions

• Statistically analyse sensory/consumer research data and translate to an understanding of the product sensory landscape, consumer acceptance, preference or attitudes and how this drives liking

• Work closely with the AP CSI Director and other sensory team members to promote CSI expertise and services across the region to generate key customer briefs and provide sensory training (internally and externally) based on business needs.

• Be a part of the Global CSI network and work with the global team in supporting global initiatives, such as exploring and testing new CSI tools & approaches, establishing best practice and sharing success stories.

We bring:

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;

• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;

• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in either one of the disciplines: Sensory Science, Food Science, Market Research, Consumer Behavior, Statistics etc

• Familiar with statistical treatment & data interpretation, preferably with FIZZ, XLSTAT, SensoMiner “R” software as well as MS Office Skills (Excel, Power point, Words)

• Expertise in a broad range of sensory/ consumer techniques and appropriate statistical knowledge

• Min. 5-7 years of experience in a similar role from FMCG, F&F House, Market Research Industry

• Prior experience in leading sensory trained/expert or external consumer panels & interacting with market agencies with questionnaire design is advantageous

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment, team oriented, independent and possesses good interpersonal and communication skills

Your key responsibilities

· Oversee corporate travel operations and expenses within the respective region by ensuring regional compliance with the Global Travel and Events Procedure.

· Provide expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders and act as first point of contact in case of escalations, emergencies, and other unexpected events .Maintain day-to-day relationships with travel suppliers to ensure quality service and resolve any issues that may arise.

· Support Procurement with vendor RFP’s and commercial negotiations. Monitor and track regional TMC's with regard to performance measured by SLA’s and oversee and communicate the global RFP hotel program to the respective regional sites.

· Monitor travel advisories, security concerns, and natural disasters to ensure employee safety during trips in close collaboration with the Security team.

· Monitor regional travel program performance through reporting and analytics processes to track key travel metrics, expenses, compliance, and traveler satisfaction. Commit to continuous improvement as an ongoing effort to enhance processes, policies, and practices to achieve better efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall satisfaction for travelers.

· As a Business SPOC for HNC you improve the coordination, communication and effectiveness of travel management efforts in the business and reflect HNC requirements in the Group Travel team .In addition, act as a champion in either sustainability, reporting and analytics, or meetings and events to enhance and advance the responsible travel program.

We bring

· A firm belief that working together as a Global Travel Team is the key to achieving great things.

· A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.

· A culture that prioritized safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.

· A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.

· The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.

· A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things.

You bring

· Bachelor's degree or certificates in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, or a related discipline.

· A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in travel management is required, with a strong preference in managing regional travel operations within the relevant geographical region and affinity with working with travel management systems, hotel RFP management systems, and online booking tools is also essential.

· Work experience in a multinational organization with global cross-cultural teams & diverse regional environments is preferred. A huge commitment and drive to achieve travel management goals through a performance driven mindset and remarkable influencing skills.

· A curiosity towards corporate travel innovation and a genuine passion for travel.

· Excellence in communication, exceptional problem solving, and teamwork mindset.

Experience in working in a service-oriented environment with cross-functional collaboration and the ability to cultivate trust with stakeholders

Job Description

· Identify unique olfactive ideas, collaborate with perfumers, and partner with clients to develop them into successful freshness systems for Fabric Care category.

· Gain, defend, and revitalize business by crafting an olfactive vision for brands/ fabric care category at the local or regional level, producing innovative fragrance solutions wining with consumers for the key Southeast Asia market (Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam)

· Lead the creation and development process of active and proactive projects.

· Manage and execute multiple complex briefs, developing fragrances with multi-sites and selecting fragrances in accordance with the provided guidelines.

· Define and prioritize fragrances for testing, coordinating with Consumer Marketing Insights, and translating the results into olfactory guidelines for perfumers.

· Able to lead qualitative research work on the ground.

Business Development:

· Collaborate with the Sales Team to manage fragrance development, ensuring alignment proactively and reactively with client briefs and supporting Sales efforts through presentations and brand servicing in the Southeast Asia market.

· Work closely with the Sales Team to identify, assess, and capitalize on business opportunities within the Southeast Asia market.

· Gain, defend, and revitalize business by creating an olfactive vision for brands/categories at the local or regional level, generating innovative fragrance solutions tailored for the Southeast Asia market.

Strategic Planning:

· Identify and execute proactive business opportunities within the Southeast Asia market, leading international key projects and initiatives.

· Evaluate and build up fragrance collections, ensuring successful utilization and promotion for generating sales in the Southeast Asia region.

Collaboration and Guidance:

· Act as a solid partner for perfumers, providing guidance in their development processes specific to the Southeast Asia market.

· Participate regularly in experts' panels across categories in the Southeast Asia market, recommending submissions aligned with brief parameters.

Market Knowledge and Trends:

· Develop in-depth market knowledge in various product categories within the Southeast Asia market.

· Detect olfactive trends and category needs based on marketing insights specific to the Southeast Asia market, translating them into tangible fragrance solutions.

Category Strategy Participation:

· Contribute to the definition and execution of fragrance category strategies within the Southeast Asia market, collaborating across functions such as Marketing, Consumer Insight, perfumers, and the Sales Team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum 10 years of experience in fragrance development within the Southeast Asia market.

· This position's level is determined by the number of years, complexity, importance of assigned customers, product categories, and a successful track record within the Southeast Asia region.

· Demonstrated strong track record in developing winning fragrances tailored for the Southeast Asia market.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

· Proven ability to manage both proactive and reactive fragrance development within the Southeast Asia market.

· Strong business acumen and strategic thinking for identifying and executing business opportunities within the Southeast Asia region.

· Collaborate effectively with the Sales Team, demonstrating excellent communication skills.

· Excellent communication skills to guide and collaborate effectively with perfumers and other cross-functional teams in the Southeast Asia market.

· In-depth knowledge of Southeast Asia market trends and the ability to translate them into innovative fragrance solutions.

· Have a good understanding to work with different cultures globally.

Key Responsibilities:

· Ensure Customs Clearance of inbound shipments are executed in a Timely and Right First Time manner to foster customer satisfaction, and pro-actively communicate delivery related information and mitigation plans (where appropriate) to stakeholders.

· Ensure that Incoming shipments are received in SAP in a a Timely and Right First Time manner to foster customer satisfaction, and pro-actively communicate delivery related information and mitigation plans (where appropriate) to stakeholders.

· Ensure Service Provider (Customs Broker and Transport Service Providers) operate in Safe and Compliance (Quality and Business) fashion.

· Review, develop, monitor, and enforce the appropriate Service Level Agreement with Service Providers.

· Engage internal and external stakeholders to align operational imperatives and deliverables.

· Initiate and manage projects related to service, efficiency and / or savings improvements and drive all team members to engage in Continuous Improvement initiatives for their respective area of responsibility.

· Direct and coordinate with external warehouse regarding inbound shipments.

· Review escalation of issues from customers' or shippers' and reviews complaints regarding services related to inbound shipments.

We value:

· Diploma/Degree holder majoring in Supply Chain or business-related discipline.

· 3 to 5 years relevant experience in International/cross border logistics.

· Valid professional certification relating to international and local Dangerous Goods regulations: IATA, IMDG preferred.

· Good knowledge of International/cross border logistics process and incoterms

· Experience with Letter of Credit will be advantageous.

· Experience with SAP Shipping & Transportation module preferred.

· Excellent communication skills (English)

· Proficient in Microsoft office like Excel/VBA.

We offer:

· A global and diverse working environment

· Highly dynamic and multicultural company

· Fair and competitive remuneration package

We are seeking a motivated and passionate Trainee Perfumer with a global mindset to join our talented team and enter our prestigious Perfumer School. As a Trainee Perfumer, you will have the opportunity to learn and develop the skills necessary to create unique fragrances and contribute to the development of our exceptional fragrance portfolio. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in the art and science of perfumery, sustainability, and a desire to build a successful and global career in the fragrance industry.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your key responsibilities

• Participate with full commitment in the multi-year, dsm-firmenich Perfumer School, including learning and applying the curricula at work.
• Learn and apply the principles of fragrance formulation, ingredient and technology selection, and fragrance evaluation pertaining to natural, synthetic and biotech materials.
• Participate in fragrance evaluations and sensory testing, providing feedback and insights to the perfumery team.
• Learn and master the systems, tools and processes in fragrance creation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including fragrance development, marketing, sales and quality, to ensure the successful execution of fragrance projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Keep up-to-date with advancements in perfumery techniques, ingredients, and industry regulations.
• Assist perfumers in the creation and development of new fragrances, adhering to the company's guidelines and customer requirements.
• Successfully pass all Perfumer School assessments and exams.

We bring

· A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;

· A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;

· The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

· Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

· A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;

· An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

You bring

· Native Mandarin speaker; proficient working level in English.

· Academic and/ or work experience in Asia, preferably China.

· In-depth knowledge and experience in fragranced consumer goods and markets in Greater China, preferred.

• A strong passion for perfumery and creation and a keen interest in the fragrance industry.
• Strong olfactory abilities.
• Drive, hard work, and commitment to consistently deliver high-quality results and meet project deadlines.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Creative thinking and the ability to translate ideas and concepts into fragrances.
• Strong conviction to win and a competitive mindset, striving for excellence and constantly seeking opportunities to surpass expectations and achieve outstanding results coupled with a collaborative approach.
• Resilience and growth mindset to overcome challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow precise instructions and guidelines.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate and work in a team environment and that positively engages others.
• Curiosity to explore new fragrance ingredients, techniques, and trends, and a willingness to experiment and learn.

Key Responsibilities:

· Ensure deliveries are executed in a Timely and Right First Time manner to foster customer satisfaction, and pro-actively communicate delivery related information and mitigation plans (where appropriate) to stakeholders.

· Ensure Transport Service Providers operate in Safe and Compliance (Quality and Business) fashion.

· Review, develop, monitor, and enforce the appropriate Service Level Agreement with Service Providers.

· Engage internal and external stakeholders to align operational imperatives and deliverables.

· Initiate and manage projects related to service, efficiency and / or savings improvements and drive all team members to engage in Continuous Improvement initiatives for their respective area of responsibility.

· Direct and coordinate the distribution from external warehouse.

· Review escalation of issues from customers' or shippers' and reviews complaints regarding distribution services.

We value:

· Diploma/Degree holder majoring in Supply Chain or business-related discipline.

· 3 to 5 years relevant experience in International/cross border logistics.

· Valid professional certification relating to international and local Dangerous Goods regulations: IATA, IMDG preferred.

· Good knowledge of International/cross border logistics process and incoterms

· Experience with Letter of Credit will be advantageous.

· Experience with SAP Shipping & Transportation module preferred.

· Excellent communication skills (English)

· Proficient in Microsoft office like Excel/VBA.

We offer:

· A global and diverse working environment

· Highly dynamic and multicultural company

· Fair and competitive remuneration package

To support our Oral Care team in Asia Pacific Region, we invite applications for the position of Oral Care Project Coordinator. This role will be based in Singapore and will be reporting to the NEA Oral Care Category Manager. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team with the challenge to strengthen our category activities in Asia.

Key Responsibilities:

• To manage ASIA oral care activities efficiently by coordinating the flow of project processes, in line with guidelines, procedures and timelines.
• Coordinate on-going projects and liaise with the Commercial, Marketing & Creation teams regarding project status updates and meeting schedules
• Oversee key processes within the oral care team: break assignment into tasks, identify resources needed to complete the task efficiently and successfully, monitor and ensure good execution (project management, pricing, creation and marketing activities)
• Maintain a cross-functional view. Actively build networking and relationship, and ensure good communication flows.
• Support project submission by visualizing flavor description to PowerPoint slides.
• Continuously monitor tools and systems for fit to purpose, suggest and assist in design of improvements

We value:

• Min. 2-3 year experience in a commercial assistant, administrator or project support role
• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Organised, meticulous and able to multi-task
• Excellent command of computer tools (Windows NT);
• Team player, able to work with many different functions and people
• Ability to communicate effectively in Mandarin would be advantageous for this role

We offer:

· A global and diverse working environment

· Highly dynamic and multicultural company

· Collaboration and team spirit

· Fair and competitive remuneration package

Key Responsibilities:

· Support CF and FF Finance Heads to execute P&B strategy for SEA, Japan and Korea Regions. Implementing Global Planning and Analysis process and tools in the Region in line with company guidelines.

· Ensure strategic partnership with the Head of Perfumery for SEA, Japan and Korea Regions and his/her Leadership Team. Provide accurate, relevant, timely financial & non-financial analyses to the Business Unit: figures validated by controlling for monthly activities, latest estimates, budget or business cases for investments, business developments or strategic scenarios.

· Ensure the decision-making process is sustained by figures validated by Finance, be it for monthly activities, latest estimates, budget or business cases for investments or strategic scenarios.

· Be the ambassador of financial and controlling culture promoting internal tools, full P&L performance analysis, Working Capital and Business Cases tracking during monthly management reviews and management meetings.

· Support the implementation of a strong local S&OP process & Inventory loss review process with actively participation.

· Be active contributor in the DSM-Firmenich transformation journey including Digital/ERP transformation, enhancing process based on company standards.

· Actively support local finance team in ongoing internal / external audits for all areas related to business.

· Participate in Business projects- e.g. Customer negotiations, Variable pay targets, etc.

We value:

· Strong business and strategic acumen, demonstrating courage and conviction to drive change and to positively challenge and convey opinions at Executive meetings.

· Strategic vision, with strong analytical capabilities, priority setting and decision-making ability

· Team player, hands-on, good communication and ability to adapt to multiple interlocutors. Effective and professional communication and organization skills. Self-motivated, resilient, capacity to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

· Minimum of 8-10 years relevant finance experience as Finance Director, Business Controller, having overseen region or Segment of large revenues, preferable with commercial finance experience.

· Building teams during change. Collaborating and influencing, excellent interpersonal skills

We offer:

· High Challenge and High Reward Environment

· To be a part of dynamic organization where Controlling is recognized as a key business partner

· Work in very close proximity to our business in a global and intercultural environment

· A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome

· A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things

· An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

· A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

· A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

· Be part of the regional sweet goods application team managing application work across dairy, bakery and confectionery.

· Manage daily brief-related tasks and apply knowledge during flavor selection, evaluation and application development.

· Develop and explore application recipes with dsm-firmenich product portfolio.

· Work closely with focused clients by promoting dsm-firmenich portfolio as well as offer solutions to challenges faced in client’s production process.

· Work closely with category managers and other application leads in the local affiliates to design creative applications and concepts as part of proactive initiatives.

· Responsible for operating and maintaining the pilot plant lab which includes standard dairy and confectionery processing equipment

We bring:

· A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;

· A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;

· The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

· Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

· A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;

· An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring:

· Minimum Bachelor degree in Food Science

· 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing and/or ingredient houses

· Some understanding of basic formulation, ingredients and processes around the various sweet goods applications

· A strong desire to build on his/her technical expertise in the above applications.

· Willingness to be hands-on and acquire proficiency in operating the UHT pilot plant when necessary

· The ability to manage and work well with functional and cross functional teams

· The ability to work in a fast paced environment

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist in collecting market data from secondary databases, market and brand analyses, identifying emerging trends and consumer lifestyles

· Support marketing presentations by creating impactful slides and checking the overall quality to ensure it meets the regional marketing standards

· Execute the process of producing marketing collateral from engaging suppliers, negotiating prices, placing purchase orders, receiving goods, and checking quality

· Coordinate internal marketing activities, such as putting together the quarterly marketing meeting agenda, writing and emailing teasers, summarizing discussion key points, uploading materials to intranet sites

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in graphics design or equivalent

· Min. 3 years of experience in the chemicals or F&B industry in a role for a marketing function

· Creative and attention to details

· Proficient user of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and Adobe Photoshop

· Strong English communication and writing skills

· Well-structured and organized approach to work in general

· Interest in food and beverage trends is a plus

Job Description

• Make shipping arrangements with forwarder;
• Advise customer experience team in the event of changed shipment arrival dates
• Handle all enquiries timely and effectively
• Work closely with internal operations to understand goods availability schedule to meet shipment departure dates
• Ensure compliance with company’s Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensure all data are updated correctly in system
• Interface with multiple parties including customer, warehouse, carriers, customs, etc on shipment requirements
• Checking of export documents to ensure it meets shipping and international trading regulations
• Take the lead in issue resolutions.
• Implement improvements where required to enhance service capability within the team.

All other ad-hoc work instructions from Supervisor/Manager