Sensory Research Centre Manager

Mmr Research Worldwide • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Sensory Research Centre Manager at MMR Research Worldwide LTD is a pivotal role focused on leading sensory innovation projects for clients in the food, drink, and personal care sectors. This position involves consulting with clients, managing sensory panels, and delivering actionable insights to drive innovation. The role emphasizes collaboration with global experts and requires strong leadership and organizational skills to ensure project success and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Sensory Science, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience in leading trained panels and facilitating group discussions.
• IT literacy with experience in sensory data capture software.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Food Science or related field.
• Experience in sensory research and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design sensory projects to meet clients' commercial objectives and deliver valuable insights.
• Collaborate with sensory colleagues and other teams to develop and implement project plans within budget and timing constraints.
• Create project schedules and coordinate all aspects of each project for accurate execution.
• Manage and engage sensory panelists, leading sessions to ensure high-quality analysis.
• Analyze sensory project data and provide commercially relevant recommendations.
• Oversee the Sensory Technician for daily project operations preparation.
• Act as a partner to clients, keeping them updated on project progress and involving them in storytelling and debrief planning.
• Monitor panel engagement and performance, providing feedback for improvement.
• Recruit and train new panelists to maintain sensory capacities.
• Participate in MMR Sensory Global Team initiatives to drive improvement and innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Ample holiday allowances
• Unparalleled training opportunities
• Focus on employee well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree