Perfumer (d/f/m) - Krefeld

Henkel

About this Position As a Perfumer (d/f/m) in our Krefeld site, you will create and develop innovative fragrance solutions for functional applications.

You will work at the intersection of creativity, science, and consumer insight, contributing to high-performing products in laundry, home care, and hair care categories.

What You´ll Do

Creation of new fragrances in functional perfumery, using latest developments in aroma chemicals and fragrance delivery technologies, with a focus on laundry, home and hair care applications
Reformulation and portfolio management of existing fragrances in line with evolving safety, regulatory and sustainability requirements
Active problem solving and troubleshooting across fragrance and aroma chemical portfolios, including raw material shortages, force majeure situations and quality issues
Close collaboration with fragrance research, product development, marketing, supply chain, purchasing and external fragrance partners
Drive fragrance innovation by identifying emerging technologies, market trends and new olfactive opportunities
Evaluate fragrance performance through sensory assessments, consumer tests and technical validation studies
Contribute to global innovation programs and support the development of strategic fragrance capabilities across business units

What makes you a good fit

Bachelor/Master degree in Perfumery, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field
Minimum 5 years of experience in fragrance creation, fragrance development or functional perfumery, preferably within consumer goods industries
Strong knowledge of fragrance ingredients, formulation technologies and global fragrance regulations
Proven ability to translate consumer insights and market trends into competitive fragrance solutions
Excellent project and stakeholder management skills in a cross-functional and international environment
Fluent English skills

Some perks of joining Henkel

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.