Global Consumer Science Specialist

AB InBev; Vlaams-Brabant; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meritocratic culture

Global networking opportunities

Diverse and inclusive environment

Opportunity to innovate and own impact

Job summary

AB InBev is seeking a Global Consumer Science Specialist at the GITEC center in Leuven, Belgium. You will design and execute consumer learning plans across six geographic zones, translating insights into briefs for product and packaging innovations that drive top-line growth.

The role involves drafting research plans, coordinating with data scientists, supervising agencies, and guiding Zones S&CS Specialists on toolkit usage. MSc/PhD in relevant fields and 5–7 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Consumer behavior, Psychology, Food Science, Physiology, Nutrition, Applied Statistics or Data Science.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Sensory & Consumer Science or Consumer Research is expected.
• Proficiency in data collection and analytics software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and execute research plans covering qualitative and quantitative methods for product testing, claims testing, MVPs, prototypes, tasting and concept refinement.
• Supervise external agencies and coordinate with internal teams including data scientists; translate results into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Track competitive intelligence for top markets and evaluate category expansion strategies and taste segments across regions.
• Consolidate insights and share patterns to accelerate Innovation projects and support cross-zone collaboration.
• Manage trainees and partner agency relationships; train Zones S&CS Specialists on toolkits and data collection.

Skills

English fluency

Data analysis

Education

Masters or PhD in Consumer behavior/ Psychology/ Food Science/ Physiology/ Nutrition/ Applied Statistics or Data science

Tools

Eye questions

Fizz

Comp sense

XLSTAT

Job description

Seniority Level:

AB InBev is seeking a Global Consumer Science Specialist in Belgium's Global Innovation & Technology Center (GITEC).

We dream big. We look to the future, not the past. We hire people that can be better than ourselves. The opportunity is here. Make it yours!

Global Consumer Science Specialist

Global Headquarters – GITEC – Leuven Belgium

Purpose:

As part of the Global Sensory and Consumer science group, you will design & execute consumer learning plans related to commercial or technical platform to ensure successful renovations and innovations in 6 geographical Zones (North America, Middle America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia Pacific).

You will define adequate combination of product space design and methods to answer project objectives and research questions.

You will ensure the correct translation of consumer insights into technical briefs for new products or packaging innovations that will drive top-line revenue growth.

The role:

• Draft and execute research plans (qualitative & quantitative research covering product testing, claims testing, testing of MVPs, prototype tasting and concept refinement)
• Briefing and supervision of external research agencies and briefing and coordination of internal teams including data scientist running analysis, reporting, debrief. Transform results into insights and simple recommendations
• Guide Competitive intelligence programs associated with top 12 markets. Track competitiveness performance of our products and portfolio vs. competition. Validate category expansion strategy and taste segment in each market, identify new opportunities
• Consolidate insight and patterns, share knowledge to maximize synergies and speed when replicating Innovation and strategic projects
• Management of trainees & partner agency relationships
• Guide and train Zones S&CS Specialists on S&CS Toolkits & Data collection programs
• Sustain and develop external network related to Sensory, Physiology, Nutrition, Psychology, Behavior, Semiotic, Applied Data science, Design of Experiments and Consumer Science as needed

Who we’re looking for:

• Masters or PhD in Consumer behavior/ Psychology/ Food Science/ Physiology/ Nutrition/ Applied Statistics or Data science
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in the field of Sensory & Consumer Science or Consumer Research
• Fluency in English (written/spoken), other language skills constitute an additional asset
• Data collection & Data analytics software skills such as: Eye questions, Fizz or Comp sense, Xlstats a plus
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with a pragmatic mindset
• Ability to streamline communication, tell a story from results and keep things simple, developing options and recommendations for the team, taking costs / time / quality into account

What We Offer

At AB InBev, your ambition meets limitless opportunities. Here, your ideas can transform not only your career but also our business.

• A meritocratic culture where your efforts are recognized and rewarded.
• Opportunities for global networking, skill development, and career growth.
• A diverse and inclusive environment where collaboration and innovation thrive.
• The chance to be creative, take ownership, and drive impactful change.

We Dream Big

If you dream big but don’t meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. You might just be the perfect fit to help us create a future with more cheers.