Position: Lab Manager (Fragrance Development)
Location: Makkah, KSA & Dubai, UAE
Industry: Perfumes & Personal Care

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the fragrance development laboratory, overseeing the entire R&D process from brief to final product formulation for new and existing lines.

Lead a team of perfumery assistants and technicians in compounding, testing, and scaling up fragrance formulas in alignment with marketing and cost objectives.

Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, quality standards (IFRA, GMP), and documentation procedures within the lab environment.

Manage lab inventory, including raw materials (essential oils, aroma chemicals), and coordinate with procurement for timely sourcing.

Drive innovation by researching new raw materials, techniques, and trends in perfumery to maintain a competitive edge.

Collaborate closely with the Marketing, Production, and QC teams to ensure seamless transfer of formulas from lab to production.

Oversee equipment calibration, maintenance, and the lab's operating budget.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Perfumery, or a related field.

7+ years of hands-on experience in a fragrance development, cosmetic chemistry, or FMCG laboratory, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Deep technical knowledge of perfume raw materials, formulation, and stability testing.

Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a technical team.

Strong understanding of regulatory and safety standards relevant to the industry.

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Fluency in English is required; Arabic is highly advantageous.

Benefits:

Highly competitive, tax-free salary package.

Pivotal role in the heart of product creation for a prestigious brand.

Opportunity to lead innovation and work with premium raw materials.

Career progression in R&D leadership.