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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in sensory science and consumer research methodologies, with a strong focus on statistical analysis and visual storytelling. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and translating consumer insights into actionable strategies for product innovation.
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Sensory AnalysisConsumer Testing TechniquesStatistical MethodsMarket ResearchTeam Leadership
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Hard Skills
Sensory ScienceConsumer ScienceQuantitative TestingQualitative TestingStatistical AnalysisStudy DesignData VisualizationConsumer InsightsPreference MappingSensory Specifications
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookSAP
Industry Keywords
Consumer-Packaged GoodsR&DInnovationSensory PanelsMarket Research Agencies
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide consumer and sensory insights to innovation and renovation projects
- Collaborate between R&D and business and promote the consumer perspective throughout development
- Partner with R&D and Business Category Leads to define consumer and sensory insight questions and outcomes
- Select and apply sensory and consumer research methodologies
- Lead study design, execution, statistical analysis, and visual storytelling
- Participate in cross-functional project teams from front-end innovation through launch
- Transfer sensory and consumer knowledge to industrialization and advise on consumer-centric sensory specifications
- Build knowledge of product categories, target consumers, taste preferences, sensory cues, trends, competitive benchmarks, and sensory mapping
- Translate consumer responses into drivers of liking and key sensory attributes
- Lead complex quantitative and qualitative sensory science and consumer research projects
- Plan, design, analyze, and communicate study results, recommendations, risks, opportunities, and implications
- Collaborate with Sensory Panel Leaders, Technicians, and external agencies
- Lead category preference mapping projects to identify drivers of liking, white spaces, and growth recommendations
- Develop and adopt innovative, agile methods and digital technologies
- Maintain sensory panels, participate in panel member selection and training, and coach Sensory Panel Leaders
- Apply Nestlé global sensory and consumer guidelines and contribute to new research methods
- Design or contribute to internal training and knowledge-sharing activities
- Drive category-specific sensory and consumer training
- Coach and train junior team members
Requirements
What you’ll need- Advanced degree (Master or higher degree preferred) in Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Market Research, Food Technology, Food Science, or related fields
- PhD with minimum of 2 years of experience in sensory analysis and consumer testing techniques, OR Master's degree with minimum of 4+ years of experience, OR Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience
- Experience with a wide range of sensory analysis and consumer qualitative and quantitative testing techniques and applications
- Solid experience applying univariate and multivariate statistical methods
- Strong analytical, statistics, and problem-solving skills
- Experience leading trained sensory panels
- Experience in market research and consumer testing techniques and/or working with consumer research agencies on product testing
- Experience in consumer-packaged goods; experience on both R&D and business sides is a plus
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SAP
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Experience translating technical data into storytelling for varied audiences
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Independent motivation
- Good interpersonal/teamwork skills and understanding of business/technical interrelationships
- This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship
Benefits
Comp & perks- Performance-based incentives
- 7% bonus eligibility
- 401k with company match
- Healthcare coverage
- Broad range of other benefits
- Inclusive workplace
- Reasonable accommodations during recruitment