Account Manager Fine Fragrances Europe

Temporary position- Maternity Leave

Location: Paris, France

As Account Manager in Fine Fragrances, you'll build strong strategic partnerships and translate client needs into clear, actionable projects. You'll lead proactive commercial initiatives that blend creativity, operational excellence, and market insight to drive new business. You'll ensure exceptional client experiences, sustainable growth, and reinforce dsm-firmenich's position as a trusted fragrance partner.

Your Key Responsibilities
Customer Engagement

• Execute account objectives and implement commercial strategy through actionable plans.
• Build strong partnerships with clients, positioning Dsm-Firmenich as a trusted strategic partner.
• Monitor client satisfaction and take corrective action when needed with support of Sales Director

Project Leadership

• Translate client briefs into clear, actionable projects for internal teams.
• Anticipate client needs and lead proactive initiatives to drive new business.
• Ensure accurate pricing, margin parameters, and compliance in all project data.
• Coordinate submissions and deliver solutions that balance client and Dsm-Firmenich objectives.

Account Management

• Oversee product lifecycle and collaborate with supply chain for service excellence.
• Monitor performance and contribute to forecasts.
• Optimise financial aspects including expenses and overdue payments.
• Maintain accurate commercial data and lead/support team members effectively.

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you'll work on what's next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• Client Relationship Building – Develop trust and position Dsm-Firmenich as a valued partner.
• Sales & Negotiation Basics – Support pricing discussions and commercial agreements.
• Product & Market Knowledge – Understand core products and show passion for fragrances
• Collaboration & Communication – Work effectively with internal teams and present confidently to clients.
• Commercial & Process Awareness – Learn pricing, profitability, supply chain basics, and use Firmenich tools accurately.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of flavor/fragances/ingredients sales experience/marketing experience in FMCG

About Dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement
We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.