careers in natural colors
Revolutionize our industry
We’re ready to meet new regulations reshaping the market, thanks to our forward thinking.
15+ years ahead of the rest
We began investing early in natural color research, agronomy, and manufacturing.
join our global innovation network
From R&D labs to field-grown botanicals, you’ll find many opportunities to make an impact.
sustainable by design
Responsible sourcing and renewable ingredients mean the future is green at Sensient.
sales
As a sales professional, you’ll turn science into strategy, guiding customers with integrity and insight. Here, you won’t just sell – you’ll solve, influence, and shape an entire industry’s transition to cleaner, future-ready color solutions.
research and development
R&D is where art meets analytics. Our scientists develop scalable and sustainable plant-based pigments. Working with proprietary technology, you'll drive discovery that keeps Sensient and our partners a step ahead of market change.
manufacturing
Our manufacturing teams turn ideas into impact. Every batch we produce reflects our commitment to consistency, safety, and sustainability. If you take pride in craftsmanship and problem-solving, you'll find purpose here.
The conversion to natural colors is the biggest opportunity in Sensient’s history – and the most exciting one I’ve seen in over 15 years
Paul Manning CEO
We are on the forefront of a once in a career opportunity to see an entire industry transition to natural colors in a short time. It’s exciting and a privilege to be a part of something so impactful for brands we all know and love.
Jenny Lopshire Sales Director at Sensient Food Color
The food industry converting to natural colors is one of biggest moments of my career. It is rare that you get to experience this kind of opportunity to transform a business.
David Rigg General Manager of Food Colors, North America
Careers are defined by how you impact the future. The work being done over the next 5 years not only provides the opportunity to shape the performance of the brands that we love, but also this provides the opportunity for personnel growth for everyone involved that will define their careers.
Dave Gebhardt Technical Director at Sensient Technologies Corporation
our commitment to sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in how we source, develop, and deliver color. From seed selection to finished formulation, Sensient invests in renewable resources, responsible supply chains, and cutting-edge efficiency technologies. For us, sustainable innovation isn’t a project – it’s the standard we live by every day..
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our stories We work together in person to put the needs of our customers first and get results. Be different. Be Sensient. -
who we are We’re on a mission across the globe to unlock the potential of our customers’ food, pharmaceutical, and personal care products.
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faq You have questions? here are our answers to the most frequently asked questions people have about a career with Sensient.
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the Americas We offer multiple locations across the United States, Latin America, and Canada. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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APAC region We offer multiple locations across the Asia-Pacific region. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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EMEA region We offer multiple locations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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global locations At Sensient, we believe in the power of collaborating face-to-face, in person. With locations around the world, we offer plenty of opportunities to build the career that best suits you. Learn more about our global locations.
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what we do We develop and manufacture flavors, colors, and extracts that bring our customers’ products to life. Our products positively impact the daily experience of millions.
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sustainability Sustainability is central to our mission at Sensient. Everyone here is dedicated to working together to bring sustainable innovations to the world. This includes vegan flavors, low-carbon products, natural and organic ingredients, and so much more.
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key hiring areas at Sensient Technologies Many paths to success. With a variety of categories and locations, it’s important to find the role that fits you best.
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learning & development We offer a variety of unmatched opportunities for training designed to help you develop your skills. Each program is tailored to specific areas of focus and intended to bring out your best while setting you up for a long, exciting, and fruitful career at Sensient. Take control of your future and learn more about our development programs.
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tips for your application Interested in applying to join us, but not sure how to begin? We’ve compiled a list of tips and advice from some current employees to help you get started.
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careers in research & development Where innovation is born and applied. If you’re an analytic thinker, scientific researcher, and driven winner, our Research and Development (R&D) department is where you can take control of your career.
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coaching at Sensient Having a strong coaching culture is a top priority for Sensient. We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their roles to meet their future career goals.
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sales careers Are you ambitious with a competitive spirit? Do you want to be rewarded for your hard work and results? Does your professional success matter to you? If so, join Sensient’s elite sales team.
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Working at Juneau Discover what makes working at the Juneau, WI facility unique! With a rich history, and a close-knit team of under 100 employees, this location offers a collaborative work environment where personal connections thrive.
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Working in St. Louis Discover what it's like working at our Colors Headquarters! With a dynamic work environment, you’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute with a focus on innovation and career development.
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Why Sensient?
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your future starts at Sensient Unleash the power of bold flavors and bright colors and experience the thrill of developing products that are essential to hundreds of millions of users. Learn more about who we are and how our teams work together to create innovative solutions.
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careers in research & development Explore careers in Research & Development at Sensient. Work on science‑driven innovation, global impact, and sustainable solutions across industries.
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career changers: build a sales career at Sensient For driven professionals ready to turn expertise into sales success at Sensient.
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career growth at Sensient Unlock your potential with Sensient's growth programs. Bring your grit, and we'll teach you the rest. Explore opportunities in research, sales, manufacturing, and more.
