Fragrance Evaluator

Birla Cosmetics Private Limited Location : Worli, Mumbai (5 Days – Work from Office) Brands: CONTRABAND — is a luxury fine fragrance brand built on the belief that having it all, should still leave you wanting more. Crafted by world class perfumers, Contraband’s scents are bold, unfiltered, and unforgettable. We create perfumes that turn heads. Now, we’re looking for someone with a nose sharp enough to lead that charge. As the in-house sensory specialist, you will be the guardian of scent quality, personality, and consistency across the Contraband line. You'll collaborate with perfumers, chemists, creatives, and marketers to ensure every bottle lives up to our rebellious promise. Evaluate & Curate : Assess fragrance samples with precision — from formulation trials and production batches to competitor benchmarks. Keep it Consistent : Ensure olfactory quality and stability across all formats, batches, and time. Act as Our Nose : Translate brand stories and briefs into scent feedback that perfumers and product teams can work with. Work with the Rebels : Partner with perfumers, R&D, creatives, and marketing to refine olfactive direction and brand DNA. Guard the Signature : Be the internal authority on fragrance accuracy, quality, and Contraband’s olfactive identity. Bridge Art and Science : Collaborate with lab teams to troubleshoot formulation issues, aging, or unwanted scent drift. Champion Sensory Experience : Design and lead internal sensory panels or consumer feedback sessions to validate fragrance profiles. 5+ years of experience in fragrance evaluation, sensory science, or perfumery (preferably in luxury, niche, or premium fragrance). ~ Strong documentation and communication skills: you can describe a scent better than a poet. ~ Passion for craftsmanship and a bold, Contraband-style aesthetic. ~ You care deeply about quality, detail, and creative excellence. Experience with IFRA standards , allergen regulations, or global fragrance compliance. Exposure to perfume formulation , raw material sourcing, or QC testing. Worked with or trained under a fragrance house or niche brand. A creative side — maybe you write, design, or just appreciate the art of scent storytelling.