Symrise
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    Industry

    FMCG Manufacturing

    Company size

    More than 10,000

    Primary location

    226 Pandan Loop Singapore 128412
    Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavorings, cosmetic active ingredients, raw materials and functional ingredients as well as sensorial and nutritional solutions. With a market share of 11 % (2016), Symrise is one of the world's top three suppliers in the F&F market.The approximately 30,000 products are primarily produced from natural raw materials such as vanilla, citrus, blossoms, plant or animal materials. Our flavor, substances, perfume oils and sensorial solutions usually form the central functional components of the end products produced by our customers – from perfume, cosmetics and food manufacturers to pharmaceutical companies and producers of nutritional supplements, pet food and baby food.The three segments Scent & Care, Flavor and Nutrition are responsible for our operating business.They each have their own research and development, purchasing, production, quality control, marketing and sales departments. Both segments operate in four regions with separate regional managements: Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EAME), North America (NA), Asia/Pacific (APAC), and Latin America (LATAM).FlavorThe Flavor segment comprises the division Flavor. Flavor is divided into the business units Sweet, Savory and Beverages.NutritionThe segment Nutrition consists of the division Diana. Diana includes the business units Food, Pet Food, Nova and Probi.The product spectrum of both Flavor AND Nutrition includes approximately 15,000 products, which are sold in 140 countries. They supply both flavorings and complete taste and sensorial as well as functional solutions which include functional ingredients, food colorings or microencapsulated product components in addition to the flavor itself, as well as ingredients for the market of nutritional supplements and pharmaceutical preparations, among others.Scent & CareThe Scent & Care segment comprises the business units Fragrances, Life Essentials, Oral Care and Aroma Molecules. The segment’s more than 15,000 products are sold in roughly 135 countries.Scent & Care supplies perfume oils, cosmetic ingredients, UV protection, aroma chemicals and menthol products.

    Reviews overview

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    What’s it like working at Symrise?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Symrise appreciate the opportunities to learn new technical skills and gain exposure to different processes and products. They highlight the collaborative team environment and the ability to work with colleagues across the globe. Reviewers also note good leadership and a friendly working environment, as well as good communication with partners.

    However, there are some potential areas for improvement. Some reviewers indicate that there could be better collaboration between different business units and more consistent practices. A few reviewers noted that there could be more mutual respect and professionalism in communication and meetings. One reviewer mentioned that the small set-up may limit opportunities for additional roles or growth. Additionally, a reviewer indicated that there could be better work-life balance, as they had to work beyond target timings.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Chemical engineer
    Jul 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    First time working in the process plant practically
    The good thingsAssist supervisor in dealing with heat exchanger project Assist colleagues in conducting some laboratory powder and liquid tests Learn process plant (spray bed dryer, pumps, valve etc.)
    The challengesBrainstorm on the installation of a cooling system Dealing with different colleagues on completing the task
    4.0
    HR
    Apr 2021
    5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    Niche industry with potential overseas placement.
    The good thingsI truly enjoy working in this company, the product range was very interesting and good exposure to work with people across the globe.
    The challengesNeed more collaboration between the different business unit and apply consistent practises for the business unit.
    5.0
    Customer service
    Nov 2020
    Good place to work with friendly colleague
    The good thingsGood leader with a friendly working environment. Small set up and less politic.
    The challengesThe set up to small and no room for additional post available.
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