CIMR Senior Analyst

Takasago International Corp. (USA); Rockleigh (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Robust retirement savings programs

Job summary

Takasago International Corp. (USA) in Rockleigh, NJ seeks a Consumer Insights Senior Analyst to drive end-to-end research across home and personal care categories.

You will conduct quantitative and qualitative studies, manage CLTs, HUTs, and sensory tests, and translate findings into actionable opportunities for cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have about 3 years in consumer insights or market research, and hands-on experience with platforms like Qualtrics, Toluna, SPSS, or SAS, with

Qualifications

• BS degree in Consumer Insights, Marketing, Psychology, Sociology, Analytics, or related field.
• Approximately 3 years of experience in consumer insights or market research.
• Experience with platforms such as Qualtrics, Toluna, SPSS, SAS, or similar tools preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage data and research execution.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage consumer research studies including CLTs, HUTs, sensory evaluations, concept testing, and survey programming.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to develop meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Support foundational and exploratory research, including innovation initiatives, trend analysis, social listening, and future-forward programs.
• Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, and Sales teams to shape consumer-centric strategies.
• Contribute to preparation of research materials, data validation, and study logistics to ensure high-quality execution.
• Leverage emerging tools and methodologies to continuously improve insights capabilities.

Skills

Consumer insights

Market research

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Qualtrics

Toluna

SPSS

SAS

Job description

Join Takasago and Help Shape the Future of Consumer Insights & Innovation

At Takasago, innovation, creativity, and purpose come together to create meaningful experiences that enrich everyday life. We invite passionate and curious professionals to explore our exciting opportunity for a Consumer Insights Senior Analyst based in Rockleigh, New Jersey.

As a global leader in flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients, and fine chemicals, Takasago operates across 28 countries and regions with world-class manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Headquartered in Japan, Takasago is proud to be ranked among the world’s top flavor and fragrance companies — including #1 in Asia.

In this role, you will play a key part in uncovering consumer insights that help drive innovation across home and personal care categories. This role combines hands‑on research execution with forward‑looking innovation work, offering exposure to both foundational methodologies and emerging approaches such as social listening and future‑forward consumer exploration. You will support end‑to‑end quantitative and qualitative research studies, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and help translate consumer behaviors and trends into actionable business opportunities.

What You’ll Do:

• Execute and manage consumer research studies including CLTs, HUTs, sensory evaluations, concept testing, and survey programming


• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to develop meaningful insights and recommendations


• Support both foundational and exploratory research, including innovation initiatives, trend analysis, social listening, and future‑forward consumer programs


• Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, and Sales teams to help shape consumer‑centric strategies


• Contribute to the preparation of research materials, data validation, and study logistics to ensure high‑quality execution


• Leverage emerging tools, platforms, and methodologies to continuously improve insights capabilities

What We’re Looking For:

• BS degree in Consumer Insights, Marketing, Psychology, Sociology, Analytics, or related field (MS preferred)


• Approximately 3 years of experience in consumer insights or market research
  
• Experience with platforms such as Qualtrics, Toluna, SPSS, SAS, or similar tools preferred


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage both data and research execution effectively


• Strong analytical thinking, organizational skills, and communication abilities


• Curiosity, agility, and passion for innovation and consumer behavior

Why Takasago?

Takasago offers a collaborative culture focused on growth, innovation, and employee fulfillment. Our benefits which start on the first day of employment include:

• Employee discounts


• Robust retirement savings programs

At Takasago, we believe in investing in our employees’ long‑term success while creating products and technologies that positively impact society.

Takasago is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Takasago is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.