MEA Regional UX Lead — Flying Squad

Danone; Saclay; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Danone MEA seeks a Regional UX Manager to lead framing, planning and delivery of UX research across projects, translating insights into actionable recommendations for product and pack development. You will collaborate with R&I and business teams to bring the user voice into innovation and renovation initiatives.

The role requires experience in quantitative/qualitative consumer research, data analysis and strong organizational skills, with flexibility to work across local units in MEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Data Science, Food Science or related field.
• 2–5 years of UX/insight experience (Agency, FMCG, etc.).
• Experience in sensory science or FMCG product development is a plus; strong insight focus.
• Consumer-centric mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable recommendations.
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support consumer-centric project framing with local teams and senior UX guidance.
• Coordinate user and sensory research using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Translate findings into practical, consumer-led recommendations.
• Summarize user and sensory insights in clear outputs for recommendations.
• Contribute to MEA claims & demo activities under the UX lead.
• Prepare materials and updates for regional KPI tracking and internal engagement.
• Coordinate external research partners within scope, timelines, and budgets.

Job description

Danone MEA seeks a Regional UX Manager to lead framing, planning and delivery of UX research across projects, translating insights into actionable recommendations for product and pack development. You will collaborate with R&I and business teams to bring the user voice into innovation and renovation initiatives.

The role requires experience in quantitative/qualitative consumer research, data analysis and strong organizational skills, with flexibility to work across local units in MEA.