Manager, Sensory NOAM
Manager, Sensory NOAM
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$ 89000 - 130000
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Job Description
ROLE PURPOSE
Under the direction and supervision of the Global Sensory Director the Sensory Science Manager will partner with New Product Development Applications and Technical Service stakeholders to conduct sensory research to drive customer excellence. Utilizing global and regional sensory and consumer research capabilities to derive ingredient product and consumer insights for the organization. This role will develop and execute research strategies to inform product performance for new and existing ingredients globally for the purpose of delivering excellence for the customer.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Manage the Descriptive Program for the region managing the day-to-day responsibilities and priorities including scheduling of test requirements with Project Managers and panel lead
- Advise on correct methodologies to meet project objectives of internal partners and external customers.
- Demonstrate scientific and technical leadership in sensory research to internal partners and external customers.
- Work closely with leadership to implement approaches to improve efficiency clarity accuracy and reproducibility of sensory study and data analysis.
- Identify insights and trends from metadata analysis build predictive model and create interactive toolkit
- Collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple projectssimultaneously.
- Define sensory and consumer research objectives to support short- and long-term initiatives
- Develop research proposals to meet business needs.
- Review scientific literatures and keep up with the new trend technology regulation and methodology in sensory evaluation
- Mentor train and develop colleagues within regional and global teams
- Interface broadly with key internal stakeholders and external customers to provide clear and timely communication and interpretation of research findings.
- Protect intellectual properties by following policies and best practices in knowledge management IP execution and information sharing
- Promote innovative expertise of Tate & Lyle by presenting research findings in Science and Education Outreach events and scientific conferences
- Accurately and consistently records experimental methods materials and results in sensory database
- Contribute to intellectual activities such as drafting invention disclosure and patent application presenting at scientific conferences providing sensory training to internal colleagues and external customers.
- Be a consumer advocate on projectteams
- Participate in various company activities such as safety training employee survey safety audits and OSHA training. Present safety topic or safety moment in the meetings.
T&L Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Food Science/technology/Engineering or Sensory related field (examples: statistics consumer science cognitive behavior). Masters Degree in Sensory Science is preferred.
- 10-15 years years of Sensory and Consumer Research experience in the Food and Beverage industry preferred.
- Proficient using Sensory software (i.e. Compusense EyeQuestion Fizz Red Jade Sims etc. and Statistical software (i.e. SAS JMP XLSTAT) PowerPoint Excel Project Word
- 3-5 years experience managing a team
- Deep expertise in a broad range of sensory and consumer research techniques
- Experience with Sensory Spectrum Methodology and descriptive panel management
- Experience translating/correlating sensory and analytical data
- Customer focused and solution-oriented approach
- Pragmatic analytical approach able to adapt to changing business requirements
- Strong background in statistics and data science applied to sensory and consumer data
- Solid communication skills including ability to write concise informative reports and verbally present complex technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to listen and identify project objectives and influence research plan to do the correct sensory and/or consumer studies at the right time thereby increasing the success rate.
- Strong planning and organizational skills including knowledge of project management principles.
- Ability to apply tools and techniques to develop/plan manage or execute multiple projects/work plans and ensure successful completion (e.g. on time on budget).
- Self-motivated with ability to effectively focus and motivate resources
- Able to build good relationships with multi-cultural colleagues and from multiple functions
- Be comfortable with ambiguity and fast-moving timelines
- Experience using Design Thinking and Agile methodologies is a plus
- Fluency in English written and spoken
- Experience of working with strict health and safety protocols in a laboratory environment is essential
- Enthusiastic about food.
- Skills
Leadership; Product Development; Research Designs; Project Management; Food Sciences; Research Techniques; Food Technology; Taking Initiative; Communication; Consumer Research; Laboratory Testing; Process Improvement Plans; Data Collections; Sensory Testing; Cross-Functional Teamwork; Continuous Improvement (CI)
Tate & Lyle complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.
When determining final compensation we take into consideration: skillset job scope knowledge prior experience cost of living market data budget availability and other factors as permitted by law.
The pay range for this position is: $89000 - $130000.
In addition to competitive pay we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes but is not limited to:
- Medical Dental Vision coverages
- Paid time off package including vacation sick time and 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- 401K with company match
- Company paid life insurance
- Additional benefits at not cost to employee such as: Lifestyle Spending Account Identity Theft protection Employee Assistance Program telemedicine and more!
In addition to your Total Rewards culture and ED&I are very important to Tate & Lyle. We offer multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that support various communities.
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California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority veteran and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
