Sensory Analyst

Sensory Analyst

Plainsboro, NJ, US

On-Site

Are you passionate about shaping the future of Perfumery & Beauty? Join us as a sensory analyst in our dynamic team. Imagine being part of a team where your insights shape the future of our products, where you collaborate with brilliant minds across various functions to bring customer visions to life. You'll dive into sensory studies, transforming data into compelling stories that drive innovation. Your role will be pivotal in supporting our sensory projects and ensuring great coordination with our regional / global teams. If you're driven by curiosity, love working in a dynamic environment, and are eager to make a tangible impact, we can't wait to meet you!"

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

Collaborate with local cross-functional teams to deliver answers to customer briefs.

Manage and deliver internal sensory studies by recommending and applying appropriate methodologies to meet objectives, analysing, interpreting, reporting, and presenting the results to the team.

Support sensory manager with the delivery of sensory projects.

Work closely with Regional and Global Sensory Team to ensure good coordination of projects so that all sensory duties and responsibilities are completed in a professional and timely manner.

Support the Sensory team in preparing samples and in running sensory evaluation.

Support development of new methodologies and protocols.

We bring

Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.

Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments, with growth opportunities for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.

Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.

Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

Sensory Science Background with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field, preference for a Sensory / Consumer Science focus.

2-4 years’ experience in a sensory test and panel management role.

Strong client facing skills and client management experience.

Good knowledge of sensory techniques, statistical analysis, and computer skills.

Excellent planning, organizational, and presentation skills.

Excellent team working skills.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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