Sr Sensory Scientist - Meals and Beverage

Campbell Soup Supply; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell's is seeking a Senior Sensory Scientist to independently lead sensory and consumer research programs for the Meals and Beverage Division, partnering with R&D, Marketing, Insights, Quality, and other teams to translate product development needs into robust research strategies.

You will design studies across the stage-gate process, apply DoE approaches, analyze data, and deliver actionable recommendations that guide innovation, renovation, quality, and growth for Campbell's iconic brands.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior sensory science lead on project teams, recommending research strategies and selecting the most appropriate sensory and consumer methods to address key business and technical objectives.
• Partner closely with R&D, Marketing, Insights, Quality, and other cross-functional stakeholders to align research priorities, influence project direction, and maximize business impact.
• Independently lead sensory and consumer research projects from problem definition and study design through data collection, analysis, interpretation, recommendation, and communication of results.
• Translate complex or ambiguous business and product-development questions into focused research objectives, integrated learning plans, and actionable recommendations.
• Develop and apply deep knowledge of Meals and Beverage products, sensory profiles, consumer expectations, and category dynamics to guide product development and differentiation.
• Integrate sensory, consumer, analytical, and product data, as appropriate, to develop sound, evidence-based recommendations and clearly communicate business implications, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead internal product evaluations and tasting experiences across categories, translating observations into critical sensory insights and product-development guidance leveraging our "Mind the Gap" philosophy.
• Design and execute sensory research using appropriate methodologies and statistical approaches to support innovation, renovation, enablers, business continuity, and quality initiatives.
• Develop and apply actionable Design of Experiments (DoE) approaches in partnership with key stakeholders to efficiently answer product and research questions.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and project teams, share best practices, and contribute to the development and adoption of new sensory and consumer research capabilities.
• Identify and partner with external research providers as needed, providing technical direction and ensuring methodological rigor, data quality, timely delivery, and effective communication of results.
• Continually explore and apply approaches that strengthen understanding of the quantifiable dimensions of flavor, texture, and the overall product experience.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell's...

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center.
• Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

The Senior Sensory Scientist will independently lead sensory and consumer research programs for the Meals and Beverage Division. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Sensory - Meals and Beverage, this individual will serve as a strategic and technical partner to cross-functional teams, translating business and product development needs into robust research strategies.You will design and execute sensory and consumer research throughout the stage-gate process, integrate sensory, consumer, analytical, and product data as appropriate, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations that guide innovation, renovation, quality, and business growth. We are seeking an individual who can combine strong sensory science expertise with business acumen to help shape the future of some of our iconic brands.

What you will do...

• Serve as the senior sensory science lead on project teams, recommending research strategies and selecting the most appropriate sensory and consumer methods to address key business and technical objectives.
• Partner closely with R&D, Marketing, Insights, Quality, and other cross-functional stakeholders to align research priorities, influence project direction, and maximize business impact.
• Independently lead sensory and consumer research projects from problem definition and study design through data collection, analysis, interpretation, recommendation, and communication of results.
• Translate complex or ambiguous business and product-development questions into focused research objectives, integrated learning plans, and actionable recommendations.
• Develop and apply deep knowledge of Meals and Beverage products, sensory profiles, consumer expectations, and category dynamics to guide product development and differentiation.
• Integrate sensory, consumer, analytical, and product data, as appropriate, to develop sound, evidence-based recommendations and clearly communicate business implications, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead internal product evaluations and tasting experiences across categories, translating observations into critical sensory insights and product-development guidance leveraging our "Mind the Gap" philosophy.
• Design and execute sensory research using appropriate methodologies and statistical approaches to support innovation, renovation, enablers, business continuity, and quality initiatives.
• Develop and apply actionable Design of Experiments (DoE) approaches in partnership with key stakeholders to efficiently answer product and research questions.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and project teams, share best practices, and contribute to the development and adoption of new sensory and consumer research capabilities.
• Identify and partner with external research providers as needed, providing technical direction and ensuring methodological rigor, data quality, timely delivery, and effective communication of results.
• Continually explore and apply approaches that strengthen understanding of the quantifiable dimensions of flavor, texture, and the overall product experience.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Who you will work with...

The Senior Sensory Scientist will work cross-functionally with members of Research and Development, Business Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Legal, Brand, Sales, Consumer Insights, and Operations, promoting the use of sensory and consumer/product research to influence decisions, guide product development, and unlock meaningful product differentiation that delivers the desired consumer experience.This role reports to the Senior Manager, Sensory - Meals and Beverage.