Takasago International Corp. (USA)
Senior Marketing Manager - Fragrance/Home & Personal Care
Takasago International Corp. (USA), Rockleigh, New Jersey, United States
Senior Marketing Manager - Fragrance/Home & Personal Care
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Senior Marketing Manager - Fragrance/Home & Personal Care
role at
Takasago International Corp. (USA)
Pay Range $100,000.00/yr – $145,000.00/yr
At
Takasago , we believe innovation, creativity, and purpose go hand in hand. We are a global leader in flavors, fragrances, fine chemicals, and aroma ingredients, dedicated to enriching lives through scent, technology, and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Japan with operations in 28 countries, Takasago is proudly ranked
#1 in Asia and #8 globally
among top flavor and fragrance companies.
We are currently seeking a
Senior Marketing Manage r to join our
Fragrance – Home & Personal Care (HPC ) team. This role is ideal for a strategic, creative marketer who is passionate about consumer behavior, emerging trends, and the art and science of scent.
The Role As Senior Marketing Manager, you will partner closely with commercial, creative, and global teams to develop compelling, insight-driven fragrance strategies for high-profile home and personal care clients. You will translate market trends, cultural insights, and olfactive expertise into impactful concepts that inspire customers and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead creative marketing strategy for client briefs, including market analysis, trend insights, concept development, olfactive storytelling, brand positioning, and launch activation ideas
Develop and deliver engaging, multimedia presentations to local and multinational clients, often at the executive level
Translate global trends and market insights into brand-relevant, scent-driven recommendations and white-space opportunities
Proactively inspire internal teams (Perfumers, Evaluation, Commercial) with emerging fragrance, lifestyle, and cultural trends
Maintain deep knowledge of global HPC markets, key launches, innovations, and fragrance trends
Apply Takasago’s proprietary R&D technologies and tools to consumer-facing product concepts
Collaborate across global affiliates to share insights and drive innovation
Travel locally and domestically (~15%) for client meetings and presentations
Qualifications & Experience
8+ years
of experience in brand, category, fragrance, or FMCG marketing
MBA preferred; BS/BA with significant experience considered
Strong olfactive knowledge and scent vocabulary preferred
Proven ability to present confidently to senior leaders and diverse audiences
Strategic thinker with strong creative sensibility and aesthetic judgment
Excellent collaboration skills in fast-paced, cross-cultural environments
Passion for fragrance, storytelling, and consumer-centric innovation
Why Takasago?
Global leader with a strong legacy and forward-looking innovation culture
Collaborative, inclusive environment that values growth, balance, and purpose
Competitive benefits including flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, comprehensive health coverage, robust retirement plans, and employee assistance programs effective the first day of employment
Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via Takasago Career.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact: talentacquisition@takasago.com
Takasago is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.
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Senior Marketing Manager - Fragrance/Home & Personal Care
role at
Takasago International Corp. (USA)
Pay Range $100,000.00/yr – $145,000.00/yr
At
Takasago , we believe innovation, creativity, and purpose go hand in hand. We are a global leader in flavors, fragrances, fine chemicals, and aroma ingredients, dedicated to enriching lives through scent, technology, and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Japan with operations in 28 countries, Takasago is proudly ranked
#1 in Asia and #8 globally
among top flavor and fragrance companies.
We are currently seeking a
Senior Marketing Manage r to join our
Fragrance – Home & Personal Care (HPC ) team. This role is ideal for a strategic, creative marketer who is passionate about consumer behavior, emerging trends, and the art and science of scent.
The Role As Senior Marketing Manager, you will partner closely with commercial, creative, and global teams to develop compelling, insight-driven fragrance strategies for high-profile home and personal care clients. You will translate market trends, cultural insights, and olfactive expertise into impactful concepts that inspire customers and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead creative marketing strategy for client briefs, including market analysis, trend insights, concept development, olfactive storytelling, brand positioning, and launch activation ideas
Develop and deliver engaging, multimedia presentations to local and multinational clients, often at the executive level
Translate global trends and market insights into brand-relevant, scent-driven recommendations and white-space opportunities
Proactively inspire internal teams (Perfumers, Evaluation, Commercial) with emerging fragrance, lifestyle, and cultural trends
Maintain deep knowledge of global HPC markets, key launches, innovations, and fragrance trends
Apply Takasago’s proprietary R&D technologies and tools to consumer-facing product concepts
Collaborate across global affiliates to share insights and drive innovation
Travel locally and domestically (~15%) for client meetings and presentations
Qualifications & Experience
8+ years
of experience in brand, category, fragrance, or FMCG marketing
MBA preferred; BS/BA with significant experience considered
Strong olfactive knowledge and scent vocabulary preferred
Proven ability to present confidently to senior leaders and diverse audiences
Strategic thinker with strong creative sensibility and aesthetic judgment
Excellent collaboration skills in fast-paced, cross-cultural environments
Passion for fragrance, storytelling, and consumer-centric innovation
Why Takasago?
Global leader with a strong legacy and forward-looking innovation culture
Collaborative, inclusive environment that values growth, balance, and purpose
Competitive benefits including flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, comprehensive health coverage, robust retirement plans, and employee assistance programs effective the first day of employment
Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via Takasago Career.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact: talentacquisition@takasago.com
Takasago is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.
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