Company DescriptionKeva is a leading player in the fragrance and flavour industry headquartered in India, with a global footprint that includes the Netherlands, Singapore, Indonesia, China, Germany,Europe,Italy and Thailand. Keva caters to the diverse needs of over 5000 global clients, serving customers across 50 nations including India, South East Asia, China, Japan, Africa, America, and Europe. We combine artistic flair with a deep understanding of sensory trends, facilitated by our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and creative development centers. Our strong leadership team and adherence to core values drive our continuous innovation and success in the industry. Role DescriptionThis is a full-time on-site role for an Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager in HR Operations & Payroll, located in Mumbai. The role involves overseeing day-to-day HR operations, managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and maintaining employee relations. The successful candidate will also be responsible for implementing HR strategies and managing various aspects of HR management to support the company's objectives. QualificationsHR Operations and Human Resources (HR) skillsExperience in Employee Relations and HR ManagementEnd-to-End Employee lifecycle management Knowledge of HR PoliciesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational and problem-solving abilitiesBachelor’s & Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldExperience in the fragrance and flavor industry is a plusProficiency in payroll software and HR management systems
At Keva- 'Science blends with Art and has been doing so since 1922'! Headquartered in India, Keva comprises seven companies and a team of talented professionals in the businesses of fragrance, flavors, and aroma ingredients across India, South East Asia, and the Netherlands. Keva, which began as S H Kelkar and Company Limited, today is one of India's largest fragrance and flavor players. An emerging leader in the global landscape of fragrance, flavors, and aroma ingredients, Keva has an expanding footprint across the globe. Our sales infrastructure covers customers across 50 nations including India, South East Asia, China, Japan, Africa, America, and Europe. Role & Responsibility: 1. Liason with the marketing team and understand client requirements 2. Understand the fragrance industry, brands and trends 3. Work on market research and analysis of the data of various industries - soaps, perfumes, deodorants, shower gels, air fresheners, etc. 4. Create visually appealing presentations as per client requirement 5. Write creative content with fragrance and product concepts 6. Work with multiple stakeholders within the organisation Skills: Content writing Good communication skills Powerpoint presentation Creating designs and marketing collaterals Team player Multi-tasking Education - BBA-Marketing/MBA/PGDM - Marketing or equivalent Please respond with subject line - "Marketing Intern" at carina.cardoza@keva.co.in
Company Description Keva is a leading player in the fragrance and flavour industry, headquartered in India with a global presence. Our sales infrastructure serves customers across 50 nations including India, South East Asia, China, Japan, Africa, America, and Europe. We boast state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India, the Netherlands, and China, providing access to both developed and emerging markets. Our Creative Development Centres in India, Amsterdam, Singapore, and Indonesia foster innovative cross-cultural ideas. Committed to nurturing talent, Keva thrives under experienced leadership, promoting a technology-enabled and values-driven environment. Role Description Manages the Project process and work with Perfumers to develop and focus creative ideas. Interpreting client briefs and setting the general fragrance direction for Perfumer(s) Set up action plans for important briefs with clear schedules and ensure that the best fragrances are offered Define fragrances for consumer market research, translate results into olfactory guidelines for perfumers Collaborate and maintain contact with other development centres for perfume briefs Contribute to winning briefs by bringing creative solutions to meet customer needs Collaborate with relevant marketing & sales professionals to keep abreast of trends & customer requirements Be aware of global – India, Russia, Africa, Middle East, trends in Beauty, fashion, culture to be able to present trends that impact fragrances & consumer behavior. Perquisites:- Must – Graduate in Science (Cosmetic / Perfumery / Fragrances) or Post Graduate / PGD in Perfumery / Fragrance / Cosmetics At least 6 - 10 years of relevant experience In-depth knowledge in one or more categories/market segments Excellent project management skills.
Company Description Keva is a leading player in the fragrance and flavour industry, headquartered in India with a global presence. Our sales infrastructure serves customers across 50 nations including India, South East Asia, China, Japan, Africa, America, and Europe. We boast state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India, the Netherlands, and China, providing access to both developed and emerging markets. Our Creative Development Centres in India, Amsterdam, Singapore, and Indonesia foster innovative cross-cultural ideas. Committed to nurturing talent, Keva thrives under experienced leadership, promoting a technology-enabled and values-driven environment. Role Description Manages the Project process and work with Perfumers to develop and focus creative ideas. Interpreting client briefs and setting the general fragrance direction for Perfumer(s) Set up action plans for important briefs with clear schedules and ensure that the best fragrances are offered Define fragrances for consumer market research, translate results into olfactory guidelines for perfumers Collaborate and maintain contact with other development centres for perfume briefs Contribute to winning briefs by bringing creative solutions to meet customer needs Collaborate with relevant marketing & sales professionals to keep abreast of trends & customer requirements Be aware of global India, Russia, Africa, Middle East, trends in Beauty, fashion, culture to be able to present trends that impact fragrances & consumer behavior. Perquisites:- Must Graduate in Science (Cosmetic / Perfumery / Fragrances) or Post Graduate / PGD in Perfumery / Fragrance / Cosmetics At least 6 - 10 years of relevant experience In-depth knowledge in one or more categories/market segments Excellent project management skills. Show more Show less
Keva is a leading player in the fragrance and flavor industry, with a global presence in the Netherlands, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India, the Netherlands, and China enable us to serve a diverse clientele across 50 nations. We combine artistic creativity with a deep understanding of sensory trends, facilitated by Creative Development Centres in multiple locations. Our strong leadership team nurtures talent and drives growth through a technology-enabled environment, supported by our core values and governance framework. As a Project Manager at Keva, your key accountabilities will include managing the project process and collaborating with Perfumers to develop and focus creative ideas. You will be responsible for interpreting client briefs, setting the general fragrance direction, and defining fragrances for consumer market research. Collaborating with other development centers for perfume briefs and contributing to winning briefs by bringing creative solutions to meet customer needs will be crucial aspects of your role. To excel in this position, you should possess key competencies such as an innovative approach, analytical ability, process orientation, good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. You should have proven fragrance expertise, including olfactive consumer understanding, good knowledge of the market and products, high flexibility, commitment, curiosity to learn and experiment. The prerequisites for this role include a graduate degree in Science (Cosmetic/Perfumery/Fragrances) or a postgraduate/PGD in Perfumery/Fragrance/Cosmetics, along with at least 10 years of relevant experience. You should have in-depth knowledge in one or more categories/market segments, excellent project management skills, and the ability to lead teams without any reporting lines. Experience in Fabric Care, Home Care, or Air Care categories is preferred. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and possess the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to arti.mudliyar@keva.co.in. We are excited to hear from you and explore the possibility of you joining our dynamic team at Keva.,
At Keva- 'Science blends with Art and has been doing so since 1922'! Headquartered in India, Keva comprises seven companies and a team of talented professionals in the businesses of fragrance, flavors, and aroma ingredients across India, South East Asia, and the Netherlands. Keva, which began, as S H Kelkar and Company Limited, today is one of India's largest fragrance and flavor players. An emerging leader in the global landscape of fragrance, flavors, and aroma ingredients, Keva has an expanding footprint across the globe. Our sales infrastructure covers customers across 50 nations including India, South East Asia, China, Japan, Africa, America, and Europe. Key Accountabilities: · Would be responsible for marketing initiatives and consumer research activities. · As a custodian of marketing initiatives, would be responsible for taking complete onus of conceptualising, planning and executing the project at hand. To analyse market products and spot opportunity spaces/ trends Prepare marketing presentations for clients basis the requirement of the project To ideate marketing concepts for creating strong and relevant fragrance stories basis the category, brand and consumer understanding Read, analyse various syndicated reports to prepare relevant category and trends presentation To initiate, plan and execute branding activities for both internal & external stakeholders (packaging, branding for events, corporate gifts, marketing materials for marketing presentations etc.) To build, develop and efficiently manage vendors for implementation of marketing and corporate branding initiatives To crystalise and translate research learnings into marketing and development implications for the benefit of the internal stakeholders Key Competencies: · Strong project management skills · Strong working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel · Strong designing skills with knowledge of coral draw, photoshop etc. · Very good aesthetic sense · Excellent written and oral communication skills · Strong clarity of thought · Strong teamwork, good team player and customer orientation skills · Positive attitude and willingness to positively handle relevant internal and external stakeholders Effective time management in meeting schedules & deadlines Prerequisites: · MBA/ PGD in Marketing Management · 12-14 years of solid experience in marketing, preferably from FMCG/Advertising Agency/ Fragrance industry · Experience in FMCG, esp in Personal and Home Care and or ad agency would be preferred · Strong in strategic marketing / thinking / application / communication / presentation skills · Should have experience in effective Client interaction · Tracking Global/ Regional/ Local Consumer / category / Market trends · Good personality / modern outlook/ strong aesthetic sense is essential · Good leadership qualities, people skills with collaborative spirit (should be able to groom new management trainee/ junior member) Experience related to ad agency / PR/ Digital marketing would be advantage Please respond with subject line - "Marketing Manager" at carina.cardoza@keva.co.in
Keva formerly known as S H Kelkar & Company, a manufacturer of industrial perfumes in British India. Today, we are one of India’s largest fragrance companies with an ever-expanding global presence. Our storied past is studded with milestones and many firsts, motivating, and inspiring us to create many more sensorial breakthroughs. We are hiring Marketing Executives for Mumbai location: Key Accountabilities As a Marketing professional, your role involves developing expertise in market dynamics and consumer behaviour. You'll elevate Keva's business by providing a valuable fragrance marketing service, identifying lucrative opportunities. Core Responsibility 1. Cultivate a profound understanding of markets and consumers within designated product categories. 2. Explore novel trend sources and analyse data from new product launches to unveil consumer preferences and emerging trends. 3. Perform gap analyses to efficiently spot and communicate opportunities for specific brands, clients, or categories. Marketing Program and Development 1. Draft and present client-focused presentations, customizing Keva's value proposition to meet specific client needs. 2. Collaborate with Sales and Evaluation teams to assist in client projects, providing the right olfactory direction to secure brief wins. 3. Evaluate and unveil areas for enhancement, actively collaborating with colleagues to implement improvements. 4. Recognize olfactive and market opportunities in unexplored areas to gain a competitive edge. 5. Formulate compelling messaging through brand strategy and creative concept ideation in collaboration with Sales, Evaluation, Insights, and Perfumery teams, establishing connections between client brand concepts and fragrances. Prerequisites (Qualification) • Bachelor’s /Master’s degree in Post graduate Degree in Business/Marketing (or equivalent) • Excellent presentation and high analytical skills • Verbal and written command of English If you are interested in this position, you can apply directly by sending your updated CV to carina.cardoza@keva.co.in with subject line “Marketing Executives”.