Associate Flavorist Job at IFF Gurugram – Apply Now!
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) is hiring a creative and passionate Associate Flavorist – Sweet for its Creation & Design team in Gurugram, India. This full-time, on-site position is ideal for candidates with a Master’s degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or Chemical Engineering, along with 2–3 years of hands-on flavor development experience. If you’re passionate about crafting great-tasting products and thrive in collaborative innovation environments, this opportunity could be your perfect career move.
About IFF
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) is a global innovator in taste, scent, and nutrition, powering products in the food, beverage, beauty, and wellness industries. With operations in over 40 countries, IFF leverages science, creativity, and global insights to develop next-generation products that enhance lives and enrich experiences. At IFF, you’ll collaborate with visionaries, scientists, and creators on a shared mission to redefine what’s possible.
Job Summary:
Job Title: Associate Flavorist (Sweet) – Gurugram, India
Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Company: International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF)
Job Type: Full-time | On-site
Job Requisition ID: R7739
Key Responsibilities:
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Support flavor development and innovation for customer projects in sweet categories
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Modify flavor formulations to meet performance, cost, and sensory targets
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, R&D, and manufacturing
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Evaluate and manage raw material libraries and new ingredients
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Contribute to internal and external customer briefs with creative solutions
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Understand regional flavor preferences and market dynamics
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Ensure a smooth transition from lab to commercial scale in product launches
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Foster knowledge sharing across categories and geographies
How You Will Contribute:
Key Accountability:
- Collaborate with project teams to develop winning flavors.
- Modify formulations to meet customer or business criteria.
- Evaluate new raw materials for creating new flavors.
- Provide insightful partnership to internal and external customers.
Strategy & Business Knowledge:
- Understand global capabilities and market taste preferences.
- Provide technical solutions to customers through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Stay updated on IFF’s R&D strategy and business dynamics.
Job Requirements:
Successful candidates will have:
- Minimum entry level is a science degree (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, etc.)
- Preferably a Master’s degree in Chemistry, and/or Chemical Engineering
- Graduation from IFF Flavorist School or an equivalent external institution.
- Minimum 2-3 years working as a trainee within a flavor creation environment.
Keywords: Associate Flavorist, Sweet, IFF, Flavorist School, Global Leader, Food & Beverage Industry, Creative Skills, Flavor Creation, Taste Preferences.
