Lead Sensory Innovation Scientist
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Lead Sensory Innovation Scientist
Location: Slough/ Paddington United Kingdom
Salary: 62500 - 76000 annual bonus car allowance benefits
Shape the Future of Snacks & Treats Join Us as a Lead Sensory Innovation Scientist
Were seeking a Lead Sensory Innovation Scientist to join our Consumer Technical Insights team and help transform consumer insights into unforgettable product this role youll sit at the intersection of R&D Marketing and Innovation ensuring that every productwhether gum fruity treats chocolates or iconic brands like Bounty Milky Way Maltesers and our regional specialtiesdelivers consistent high-quality experience to consumers across EMEA.
The Lead Sensory Innovation Scientist is a trusted partner to cross functional partners ensuring products are created and manufactured consistently while embracing new ideas and market-driven innovations. With deep expertise in Sensory science Consumer Insights and the FMCG/snacks industry you will guide the translation of data into insights that lead to meaningful consumer-centric solutions that shape the future of our categories.
Why Join Us
Make an impact: Translate sensory and consumer insights into product packaging and brand innovation.
Be a connector: Partner closely with R&D Product Developers Marketing both Global and Regional teams to deliver to immediate project needs while also influencing strategy and shaping the future of snacks & treats.
Be a problem solver and catalyst: Apply innovative/advanced research methodologies to get unstuck and uncover opportunities that take us faster to compelling product stories.
What will you do
Design lead and analyze sensory and consumer research to deliver actionable insights decisional and diagnostic.
Partner with product developers to ensure consistent delivery of high quality experience while enabling innovation cost optimization regulatory challenges etc.
Guide claims development and validation to support story telling and product superiority.
Anticipate consumer trends cultural shifts and market needs across EU to inspire future innovation.
Mentor and coach colleagues building sensory and consumer centric mindset and capabilities across the business.
What are we looking for
Education: Bachelors degree in Food Science Psychology Statistics or related field (Masters preferred) or equivalent experience.
Industry expertise: Proven background in the FMCG (ideally food/snacks) industry with strong sensory science and consumer research experience.
Technical skills: Solid scientific expertise advanced data analysis and ability to translate findings into clear actionable recommendations.
Leadership/Strategic Influencing: Strong communication and storytelling skills to engage and inspire cross-functional partners agnostic of level.
Mindset: Creative problem-solver adaptable nimble someone who thrives in ambiguity and is not afraid of bringing a clear POV (even if it is not great news).
What can you expect from Mars
Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry-competitive salary and benefits package including a company bonus.
Mars is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities long term health conditions or are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form here
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Employment Type
Full-Time
