Manpower are currently seeking an interim Fragrance Evaluation Assistant, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.
The position is based at our client’s scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 6 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £34,672 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.
This is an opportunity to play a critical operational role in supporting fragrance design and evaluation activities within Unilever Fragrance House (UFH). This role ensures smooth execution of evaluations, submissions, and testing by coordinating samples, data, logistics, and communication across perfumers, evaluators, and global partners. The position is foundational to enabling creative teams to operate efficiently, compliantly, and at pace.
Key Accountabilities
Evaluation & Sample Coordination
- Request, track, and manage application samples to support Fragrance Design Leaders (FDLs) and perfumers across projects and evaluations
- Support the fragrance stability evaluation and accurately record the results
- Manage fine fragrance inventory and sampling activities for GC and evaluation needs
Submission & Project Support
- Coordinate complex submission preparation, including samples and administrative submission packages, across internal (UFH) and external (BG) stakeholders
- Support fragrance testing and submission readiness through accurate data gathering and compliance checks (e.g. U‑codes, safety status, pricing, dosage)
- Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with internal standards and external requirements
Logistics & Operations
- Oversee inbound and outbound shipments, both internal and external, including tracking, receipt, unpacking, and dispatch to relevant team members
- Maintain organised tracking systems for samples, submissions, and inventory to ensure visibility and traceability
- Support cross‑team operational coordination to ensure deadlines and priorities are met
Communication & Network Support
- Enable seamless communication across the global and regional network of perfumers and evaluators
- Act as a reliable point of contact to facilitate information flow, issue resolution, and day‑to‑day operational needs
- Collaborate effectively across x‑teams to support evaluation timelines and project delivery
Key Requirements
- Early‑career or entry‑level professional, ideally with exposure to laboratory, evaluation, or product development environments – minimum BSc Degree (or equivalent) in perfumery, cosmetic or science.
- Background in science, fragrance, or consumer products is an advantage. Strong interest in fragrance, evaluation, and product development required.
- Demonstrated ability to work with precision, structure, and reliability in operational roles.
- High attention to detail with a mindset for scientific precision and accuracy.
- Solid organisational, documentation, and tracking skills.
- Highly responsive and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, creative environment.
- Comfortable working independently while remaining strongly connected to the wider team.
- Proactive, structured, and solution‑oriented in approach.
- Clear and effective communicator across functions and geographies.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to coordinate across diverse stakeholders.
- Confident engaging with both creative and technical partners.
Additional Information
Port Sunlight working environment:
- Free onsite parking
- Staff shop discounted products
- Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities
- Free parking onsite
- 5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
- 20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes drive from Chester
- Disabled parking
- In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
- There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
- The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
- In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.