Job Opportunities
please see details of a student seeking an internship
Alizeh K. Syed
I am currently a first – year student at ISIPCA on a dual master’s program; European Fragrances and Cosmetics Master (EFCM) with a Master of Business Management (MBM) from the University of Padova in my second year. I ’m looking for an internship to introduce me to the fragrance industry.
Please see Alizeh’s covering letter here: cover letter – alizeh k. syed
Please contact Alizeh for further details and a copy of her CV via the BSP at secretary@bsp.org.uk.
Please see details of a new job opportunity
Treatts
Job title:
Aroma Chemicals Category Manager
Location:
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
This an opportunity to further enhance the Treatt Group Aroma Chemicals
business. The post holder will be the primary decision maker for products held
within the Aroma Chemicals portfolio including the identification of preferred
suppliers and new materials, the management of stock positions and selling
prices. It is also their responsibility to collaborate, communicate, create
efficiencies and continually innovate in order to make the most of this category.
The successful candidate will build and lead collaborative initiatives with the
relevant stakeholders, in order to increase profitability for the Aroma Chemicals
category. The candidate will need to demonstrate a high level of influencing skills
& commercial awareness and possess ability to arrive at quick decisions in order
to capitalise on the frequent short windows of opportunity.
What you’ll be doing
The responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to :
As part of the Category management team, liaise with all key stakeholders
to enhance a high level of market understanding and awareness
Be aware of the ongoing activities within the relevant category of
materials as well as have a strong understanding of those of the broader
business
Collaborate with other Category Managers to create and then ensure a
consistent strategy, relevant to the wider business Strategy.
Act as the principal point of contact to ensure clarity and consistent
approach within the company for the portfolio including identifying gaps in
the portfolio and instigating initiatives to fill those gaps
Understand all internal aspects of the related product line from
procurement to sale as well as external aspects from raw material to end
use markets, trends, competition benchmarking and underserviced
markets communicating internally where appropriate
Make best use of available internal or external resources (including
colleagues, supplier, customers and other educational opportunities) to
effectively increase knowledge of and manage the portfolio including
assisting in guiding finished goods pricing, internal costing and
implementation of contribution improvements
Identify cost reduction projects and make recommendations to
Developers, Operations and Sales
Provide education opportunities regarding the portfolio to ensure product
awareness (existing and new products) through collation of existing
knowledge as well as provision of new information
Manage material life cycles within the portfolio from spotlight selection to
obsolescence/discontinuation
What we’re looking for
If you have a genuine passion for what you do and want to work in an
environment that celebrates progress, teamwork and dedication, then you may
be who we are looking for.
We are looking for someone who has a degree in a science-based discipline
(preferably Chemistry) and working in a commercial role, or someone who has
studied a business discipline such as procurement, working within a relevant
industry background. Candidates may alternatively have demonstrable
experience-based equivalents. You will have previous experience of working as a
category manager, or in a procurement role, with experience in Aroma Chemicals
for the flavour industry.
The right candidate will have vast experience in data collection, extraction and
analysis with strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills, ideally using
JDE or a similar system. They will possess curiosity, drive and determination to
make continuous improvements in all aspects of the portfolio, together with a
commercial mindset and ownership mentality.
Great interpersonal and relationship skills with the ability to lead, motivate and
influence teams and colleagues. The ideal candidate will have the capability to
organize and prioritize with a strong eye for detail.
A full UK driving license and a full valid Passport are essential, with an ability to
travel internationally.
What we’ll do for you
We offer an excellent package which includes a competitive salary; a generous
holiday entitlement as well as the opportunity to purchase additional holiday, we
also offer a discretionary annual bonus, BUPA, pension scheme with 9% employer
contribution, life assurance, group income protection, SAYE earn schemes and
free shares.
With the encouragement and development you need, we help you to become
your ultimate you. Beyond building a successful career, we also support the
wishes and ambitions of our staff outside of the office in achieving a healthy
work/life balance – the wellbeing of our staff is paramount to us, which we
actively promote and support by regularly delivering a variety of wellbeing
initiatives and offering responsibility based flexibility. There will also be
opportunities to be actively involved in community and charity projects and to
take part in numerous subsidised social events.
Please contact HR@Treatt.com