Sensory Specialist - POSTE FIXE (H/F) / Fixe

ValJob; Vevey; Remote; CHF 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ValJob is seeking a Sensory Specialist to join a team focused on flavour development and evaluation. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with experts across R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs to select and evaluate flavour profiles.

The role requires a technical background in flavours or related fields, strong sensory abilities, and excellent English communication. Both junior and experienced profiles are welcome.

Qualifications

• Technical or scientific background in flavours, food science, chemistry or sensory science.
• Strong sensory abilities to recognise and describe flavour profiles objectively.
• Fluency in English (C1/C2) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and organise structured sensory evaluation sessions.
• Evaluate and describe flavour profiles based on intensity, balance, sweetness, mouthfeel, persistence and aftertaste.
• Compare flavour solutions and select profiles for briefs; provide conclusions and actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to development and enrichment of a flavour library; analyse market products and trends.
• Collaborate daily with R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Flavour profiling

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

English (Fluent)

Education

Background in flavours/food science/chemistry

Job description

On behalf of a leading international group, we are looking for a Sensory Specialist to join a team specialised in the development and evaluation of flavour solutions. Working in an international environment and in close collaboration with experts across different functions, you will play a key role in the selection, evaluation and recommendation of flavour profiles.

Your main responsibilities will include :-

• Preparing samples and organising structured sensory evaluation sessions;
• Evaluating and describing flavour profiles based on intensity, balance, sweetness, mouthfeel, persistence and aftertaste;
• Comparing different flavour solutions and selecting the most relevant profiles according to specific briefs;
• Providing clear conclusions and actionable recommendations to technical and commercial teams;
• Contributing to the development and enrichment of a flavour library;
• Analysing market products and emerging trends;
• Collaborating on a daily basis with specialists across R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs.

You have a technical or scientific background in flavours, food science, chemistry, sensory science or a related field. We are open to both junior and experienced profiles. However, previous experience in flavour evaluation, sensory analysis or flavour applications is required. You have strong sensory abilities and are able to recognise, memorise, differentiate and accurately describe different flavour profiles in a consistent and objective manner.

You are also:

• Curious, rigorous and detail-oriented;
• Comfortable analysing results and providing clear recommendations;
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously;
• Comfortable working in a cross-functional and international environment;
• A strong communicator and team player;
• Fluent in English – C1/C2 level is essential.

What we offer:

• A specialised position within a renowned international group, offering a stimulating environment and the opportunity to develop strong expertise in flavours and sensory evaluation;
• The opportunity to join a small, specialised team, working closely with experts across different functions, with support and training adapted to your level of experience.

Starting date _As soon as possible or by mutual agreement.