Associate Sensory Science Manager

Premier Foods; Worksop; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food business is seeking an Associate Sensory Science Manager in Worksop to lead sensory excellence. The manager will oversee sensory panel activities and collaborate across teams to enhance project outcomes and consumer satisfaction, requiring expertise in sensory science and team management.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Up to 7.5% pension contribution

Life assurance

Online and in-house training opportunities

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in sensory science.
• Hands-on panel management and training experience.
• Proficiency in sensory methodologies and statistical tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead sensory panel activities for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product research.
• Train and develop sensory panel members.

Skills

Sensory science principles

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Educational background in Food Science/Technology

Tools

XLstat

RedJade

Job description

Associate Sensory Science Manager

Location: Worksop/Hybrid (On-site approx. 4-5 days a week, occasional WFH opportunities)

Type: Permanent

A leading food business operating mainly in the ambient food sector, featuring in key grocery categories such as Flavourings & Seasonings, Quick Meals, Snacks & Soups, Ambient Desserts, and Cooking Sauces & Accompaniments. We also manufacture products like cakes and desserts for UK food retailers and have a growing international presence in markets like Australia, North America, and Ireland.

Purpose: As the Associate Sensory Science Manager, you will lead Sensory Excellence by managing a team of Sensory Panellists and a Sensory Panel Leader at our Worksop site. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sensory work aligns with project needs, supporting product quality and consumer satisfaction across our brands such as Sharwoods, Mr Kipling, Batchelors, Oxo, Ambrosia, The Spice Tailor, and FUEL10K.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sensory panel activities, ensuring alignment with project goals and business needs, managing multiple projects from inception to reporting.
• Apply sensory research methods like Descriptive Analysis, consensus profiling, and Discrimination testing.
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to generate insights.
• Maintain data quality by adhering to best practices and industry standards, training sensory panellists accordingly.
• Collaborate with NPD, Marketing, and R&D teams to deliver product research using trained panellists and methodologies such as QDA and Triangle Tests.
• Advocate for sensory science within the organization.
• Train and develop sensory panel members, leading business-wide training initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in sensory and consumer research capabilities.
• Manage resources efficiently, including panel recruitment, training, and management.

Candidate Profile:

• Passion for food with a strong understanding of sensory science principles and methods.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sensory science, with hands-on panel management, training, and data analysis skills.
• Proficiency in sensory methodologies, statistical tools, and software such as XLstat and RedJade.
• Previous supervisory experience, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Educational background in Food Science/Technology or related fields is desirable.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme
• Up to 7.5% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Online and in-house training opportunities
• Employee discount scheme

Application: Click apply with an updated CV tailored to this role. We look forward to your application.

About Premier Foods:

One of Britain’s largest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues across manufacturing sites and offices nationwide. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for over a century and are present in 90% of households. We value inclusion, authenticity, and individuality, fostering a culture where everyone is respected and encouraged to bring their true selves to work.