Sensory Panel Lead: Data-Driven Training & Insights

SAM Sensory and Marketing International; Gatwick; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SAM Sensory and Marketing International is seeking a Sensory Panel Leader to coordinate, train, and oversee sensory panels for precise product evaluation.

The role focuses on data integrity, panellist performance, and providing actionable insights to support product development and QA. A Master’s degree in food science and 3–4 years in sensory environments are preferred, with experience in RedJade a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in food science or related discipline is required.
• Minimum 3–4 years in a sensory or QA environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for coaching and coordinating.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and train sensory panellists.
• Lead daily panel sessions and ensure protocols are followed.
• Monitor panellists for consistency, reliability, and performance.
• Provide refresher training for panellists.
• Foster a positive, focused panel environment.
• Maintain training records and proficiency tracking.
• Ensure correct sample prep, presentation, and environmental controls.
• Operate sensory software and tools.
• Maintain testing facilities, equipment, and cleanliness per SOPs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sensory protocols and documentation.
• Ensure ethical and unbiased testing environments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Feedback facilitation

Coaching panellists

Education

Master’s degree in food science

Tools

Fizz Acquisition

EyeQuestion

RedJade

Job description

SAM Sensory and Marketing International is seeking a Sensory Panel Leader to coordinate, train, and oversee sensory panels for precise product evaluation.

The role focuses on data integrity, panellist performance, and providing actionable insights to support product development and QA. A Master’s degree in food science and 3–4 years in sensory environments are preferred, with experience in RedJade a plus.