About Natara
Natara started in 1933 under the name Frutarom. After a period of rapid growth and several acquisitions, the company became part of IFF in 2018, a large international company that develops ingredients, fragrances, and flavors. In 2023, Natara became independent again when British private equity investor Exponent acquired the company. Since then, the organization has undergone a radical transition, focusing on professionalization and growth. However, its mission remains unchanged: to make the world taste and smell better, in a responsible way.
Organizational culture
At Natara, four values guide us: being customer-focused, raising the bar, working together as one team, and doing the right thing. This translates into a culture where customers always come first and can always rely on quality, reliability, and innovation. Internally, colleagues constantly challenge each other to raise the bar and create more value together. Team spirit is the foundation: we work closely together and celebrate successes. Colleagues feel responsible for their work and customers, but also for the planet and the world of tomorrow.
Working at Natara
The acquisition by Exponent has had a very positive impact on the organization and its growth. Over the past two years, the management team has been renewed and processes and structures have been redesigned to accelerate growth. The ambitions are ambitious: the company wants to triple its turnover within a few years. Employees thrive on the energy of rapid developments and the high level of ambition. There is plenty of room to take ownership: a self-starting attitude is not a nice-to-have here, but a must. Some of the employees work from the head office in northern England, but in principle, hybrid working is the norm. Despite the distance, the lines of communication are short and contact is intensive, so decisions can be made quickly.