Apprentice Perfumery Innovation Project Manager

Apprentice Perfumery Innovation Project Manager

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Join our dynamic team as a Project Manager Apprentice and gain hands-on experience in managing cross-functional projects from initiation to completion. This role is designed for recent graduates or master's students eager to develop project management skills in a fast-paced environment. With structured mentorship and real-world exposure, this apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future full-time position.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Your key responsibilities:

• Support and coordinate simple projects with supervision, ensuring clear communication and follow-ups with stakeholders.
• Assist in project planning, tracking milestones, and identifying potential risks and solutions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to different aspects of project execution.
• Help drive efficiency by learning and utilizing project management tools and processes.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Gain exposure to strategic project reviews and decision-making processes.
• Support Business Analytics and Data gathering. Pulling reports and dashboards on INnovation Sales.

We bring:

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;
• The possibility of transitioning into a full-time role based on performance and business needs.

You bring:

• A recent graduate or current master's student in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Fluency in English; other languages such as Spanish or French are an advantage.

We value:

• Ability to work remotely with multiple functions and levels
• Strong bias for action 
• Knowledge of Perfumery business and technical background (chemistry or science background is a plus)

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage  the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. 

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.