Head of Sensory Science Centre - UK

MMR Research; Wokingham; Vor Ort; GBP 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Industry-leading training

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowances

Zusammenfassung

MMR Research Worldwide is seeking an experienced Sensory Science Centre Manager to head up our UK Sensory Science Centre in Wokingham. You will lead operational, commercial and scientific performance, collaborating with clients and senior leaders to deliver impactful sensory research and consultancy.

You will blend strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in client projects, team development and growth initiatives, driving innovation and strengthening partnerships across the business.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of sensory research experience, ideally in an agency, manufacturer or consultancy.
• Strong expertise in descriptive analysis and sensory methodologies.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Excellent client management and consultancy skills.
• Commercial acumen with experience driving business growth and profitability.
• A degree in Sensory Science, Food Science, Psychology or related discipline.

Aufgaben

• Lead the UK Sensory Science Centre to deliver outstanding sensory research and consultancy.
• Drive commercial success through revenue growth, client retention and BD.
• Act as a sensory consultant to clients and trusted advisor.
• Oversee design and delivery of complex sensory research programmes.
• Manage, coach and develop a high-performing sensory team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the business.

Kenntnisse

Sensory research

Descriptive analysis

Team leadership

Client management

Commercial acumen

Ausbildung

Degree in Sensory Science or related

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Read to manage, influence and grow one of MMR's most important sensory operations? We'd love to hear from you. MMR is a global consumer and sensory research agency helping some of the world's most recognised brands develop products and innovations that consumers love. We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded sensory manager to head up our UK Sensory Science Centre and play a key role in the continued growth of our sensory business.

Department: Sensory

Location: Wokingham SSC

Description

Read to manage, influence and grow one of MMR's most important sensory operations? We'd love to hear from you. MMR is a global consumer and sensory research agency helping some of the world's most recognised brands develop products and innovations that consumers love. We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded sensory manager to head up our UK Sensory Science Centre and play a key role in the continued growth of our sensory business.

As MMR’s UK Sensory Science Centre Manager, you'll lead the operational, commercial and scientific performance of the centre, working closely with clients, colleagues and senior leaders to deliver exceptional sensory research and consultancy. You'll combine strategic leadership with hands‑on involvement in client projects, team development and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manager the UK Sensory Science Centre, ensuring outstanding delivery, quality and operational performance.
• Drive commercial success through revenue growth, client retention and business development.
• Act as a sensory consultant and trusted advisor to clients.
• Oversee the design and delivery of complex sensory research programmes.
• Manage, coach and develop a high‑performing sensory team.
• Build strong partnerships across MMR's Consumer Research, Data Science, Statistics and Commercial teams.
• Champion innovation and contribute to the development of MMR's global sensory capabilities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You’ll bring strong experience in sensory science along with proven leadership and people management skills. You are equally comfortable discussing methodology with technical teams, presenting recommendations to clients and driving commercial performance.

We’re particularly interested in candidates with:

• 7 years+ sensory research experience, ideally gained within an agency, manufacturer or consultancy environment.
• Strong expertise in descriptive analysis and sensory methodologies.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Excellent client management and consultancy skills.
• Commercial acumen, including experience contributing to business growth and profitability.

A degree in Sensory Science, Food Science, Psychology or a related discipline

A bit about us and our benefits!

We’re MMR Research Worldwide – the global sensory and consumer research experts behind many of the world’s biggest brands in food, drink, personal and household care. From bold new flavours to breakthrough product experiences, we help turn great ideas into products people truly love.

With teams across the UK, US, Asia and Africa, we blend science, creativity and curiosity to shape the future of everyday products. Join us and you’ll be part of a fast-growing, innovative company where your ideas matter and your career can thrive.

It’s our people that make all of this possible.

We are proud of our collaborative culture which is driven by strong leadership and offers industry‑leading training and growth opportunities.

At MMR, we're committed to ensuring the happiness and well‑being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world! We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits.

• Competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and market‑leading training opportunities are standard here.

Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee wellbeing is what makes MMR so special.