Quintessence Fragrances
Fragrance Analyst Manager
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Fragrance Analyst Manager
Fragrance Analyst Manager
Location: Newhaven, UK Package: Attractive salary and relocation package
Quintessence Fragrances is one of the UK’s most successful fragrance companies, with global operations spanning India, China, Dubai, and the USA. Recently, the business became part of the family-owned Lucta Group, Barcelona, unlocking significant potential for international expansion.
Following major investments in personnel and state-of-the-art GCMS/automated compounding equipment, we are seeking a highly experienced Analyst Manager to lead our team in the UK, ensuring seamless coordination with our analytical and creative teams worldwide.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Expertise in analytical and extraction processes
- Strong olfactory knowledge of natural and synthetic fragrance ingredients
- Industry experience (preferably in a perfume or fragrance house)
- Academic or practical qualifications in applied chemistry, perfumery, or a related discipline
This position offers the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing team where you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the entire fragrance development process. Successful candidates will collaborate closely with perfumers, evaluators, marketing, and sales teams, assessing new market products and international trends.
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Key Responsibilities
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Team Leadership & Global Coordination
- Manage the UK-based analytical team and coordinate with colleagues in India, USA, and Barcelona
- Lead analytical workflows to align with global business goals
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Fragrance & Regulatory Analysis
- Conduct GCMS analysis of market fragrances and concentrates
- Perform raw material and ingredient verification for compliance
- Develop an expanded reference library of raw materials and competitor products
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Process & Method Optimisation
- Refine GCMS methodologies and sample extraction techniques
- Improve efficiency of analytical workflows
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Collaborative Work
- Work closely with perfumers, evaluators, and cross-functional teams
- Support equipment calibration and maintenance of Agilent GC-MS systems
Requirements
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Education & Qualifications
- Degree or master’s degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline
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Technical Experience
- Exceptional track record in fragrance analysis
- Proficiency in:
- MS Office (Word & Excel)
- GCMS techniques and software (ChemStation, MassHunter; familiarity with Agilent systems preferred)
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Management Experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead analytical teams
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Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional communication skills to train and motivate teams
- Hands-on experience in fragrance duplication (fine fragrance, homecare, personal care)
- Knowledge of sample preparation and extraction techniques
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Work Arrangements
- Due to operational requirements, this is an on-site role in Newhaven (8 miles east of Brighton, UK).
- Travel may be required for client/site visits.
Attractive Benefits
✅ Competitive compensation tailored to experience and management level
✅ 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), with additional days earned based on tenure
✅ Company pension scheme
✅ Life insurance
✅ Profit share scheme (available after qualifying period) ✅ Occupational sick pay & enhanced maternity/adoption/paternity leave
✅ Relocation assistance (if required)
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed with enthusiasm.
Apply Now and join a team at the forefront of global fragrance innovation!
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