Job Description

ppWe are the leading international sensory and consumer research company specializing in food, beverages, cosmetics, personal care, and other consumer products. We have 19 proprietary state-of-the‑art facilities across France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, United Kingdom, Morocco, China and the USA, and cover more than 65 countries through our network of approved partners. /ppSAM provides tailor‑made solutions, delivering actionable guidelines to make our clients’ brands and products memorable. /ppbSAM is a great place to work. /b /ppJoin SAM to work with the most competent, creative, and fun team in the industry and let your work, opinions and ideas contribute to the future of sensory and consumer research. /ppBecome your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career. /ppbBest in class /b /ppJoin our very diverse team of sensory scientists, food technologists, statisticians, psychologists, sociologists, strategic thinkers, marketeers, field managers, technicians and other sensory and research experienced colleagues. /ppbWe're proud to be part of the Eurofins Group /b /ppWorld‑leader in Testing for Life. With about 61 000 employees, Eurofins is a global leader in testing services and over the last 20 years has been one of the fastest growing companies in the world, thanks to its innovation in technology and service. /ph3Job Description /h3pThe Sensory Panel Leader is responsible for coordinating, training, and overseeing sensory panels to ensure the accurate and consistent collection of sensory data for product evaluation. This role plays a critical part in maintaining data integrity, ensuring panellist performance, and delivering actionable insights to support product development, quality assurance, and consumer research. /ppbKey Responsibilities: /b /pulliRecruit and train sensory panellists /liliLead daily panel sessions, ensuring protocols are followed and data is collected accurately /liliMonitor and coach panellists to maintain consistency, reliability, and performance. /liliDeliver refresher training to existing panellists /liliFoster a positive, focused, and productive panel environment. /liliMaintain up-to-date training records and proficiency tracking. /liliEnsure correct sample preparation, presentation, and environmental controls. /liliOperate sensory software and tools (Fizz Acquisition and EyeQuestion) /liliEnsure accurate input and organization of sensory data. /liliMaintain testing facilities, equipment, and cleanliness according to SOPs. /liliContribute to continuous improvement of sensory protocols and documentation. /liliEnsure ethical and unbiased testing environments. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3pBachelor’s degree in food science or a related discipline /ppMinimum 1–2 years of experience in a sensory or quality assurance environment. /ppStrong interpersonal and communication skills for coaching panellists and coordinating with teams. /ppHigh attention to detail and data accuracy. /ppComfortable working in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment. /ppExperience with sensory software and basic statistical concepts (ANOVA, PCA, etc.) is a plus. /ppEmpathetic, patient, and clear communicator. /ppConfident in giving feedback and facilitating group discussions. /ppAnalytical mindset with an interest in sensory science and human perception. /ppFlexible and adaptable to changing priorities and project needs. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr