Account Manager

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.​

The role is based in Guangzhou, China (onsite role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Develops sales strategies to satisfy business plan objectives of China Fine Fragrance business, be keen & sharp on category trends & clients’ business transformation, as well as to maximize sales opportunities via an account plan;

• Provides clients with general and specific information on product concepts; submission documents and presentations.

• Efficient project management to deliver high win rate and risk management to minimize the impact

• Oversee the management of client accounts

• Independently manage projects, work closely with internal and external stakeholders

• Remain ahead of all news at the intersection of fashion, lifestyle and tech to advise clients on new opportunities and emerging strategies

• Create and deliver reports, both qualitative and quantitative

• Keep abreast of competitive activities, prices and new business opportunities

• Issue comprehensive action reports as per clients briefs

What Makes You the Right Fit

• At least 5 years solid experience in commercial role, with measurable track records in Scent industry is preferred

• Integrity, passionate & desire for customer intimacy building

• Strong project management skills

• Fluent in Chinese and English (written and spoken)

How Would You Stand Out?

• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format and confidence in presenting client pitches

• Be able to work in virtual network and get things done without line management authority.

• A real team player who will excel in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Why Choose Us?

• Multinational and supporting environment

• Cafeteria, health insurance

• Training opportunities

• Learning and development programs from day one

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more