OverviewPepsico is on the lookout for a Sensory Scientist to join the team based in Little Island, Cork on an initial contract basis. We are the concentrate business in PepsiCo (PGCS) working across the Beverage, Nutrition and Snacks categories to deliver concentrate for many of PepsiCo's mega brands including Gatorade, 7Up and Pepsi. We are at the heart of PepsiCo products consumed everywhere in the world, spanning globally sourcing ingredients to manufacturing and distributing across the globe.
This role is within the R&D Sensory & Consumer Experience Competitive Intelligence Team. Our mission, grounded in the voice of the consumer, is to transform competitive consumer data into insights, to deliver quality advantage for products-icons. We also have a strong focus on Sensory Quality Monitoring through sensory testing of finished products.
Role Summary: The successful candidate will be part of a global team and will, amongst other responsibilities, primarily work on (competitive) Sensory Quality Monitoring programs for Foods and Beverages. The role requires excellent communication, time management skills and stakeholder management. Functional excellence in measuring (competitive) sensory quality of Foods & Beverages will be advantageous.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
Manage and govern the execution of key Sensory Programs focused on Quality Assurance and/or Product or Packaging Brand Stewardship initiatives.Build expertise in the sensory testing of beverage and/or food samples and become familiar with the sensory profiles of our key brands.Understand the sensory methodologies applied in the sensory laboratory according to PepsiCo approved testing procedures.Work with the Sensory Managed Services team on setting up & governance of key programs and projects.Design, develop and implement new testing methods in the lab, across beverages and foods.Lead initiatives to measure Consumer Experience of our key brands.Support the roll-out and govern the execution of Sensory Capability Programs, including on-site Sensory Training globally.Proficient in the data analysis and interpretation of Sensory & Consumer data. Provide insights and status updates to key stakeholders in the business on a regular basis.Provide field issue support and new plant support to the business. Track plant and region plant performance, identify areas for opportunities.Lead foundational and custom competitive research.Be a strong partner in cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Insights, Marketing on Competitor Programs and Initiatives.QualificationsEssential Criteria Degree/Diploma in Sensory Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, Food Science/Technology, or equivalent.Right to work in Ireland essential and ability to be onsite in Cork, Ireland.3+ years sensory experience preferably in the Food Industry.Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.Strong organizational, time-management and teamwork skills.Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame.Who we are: We are a Manufacturing Unit in PepsiCo, sourcing ingredients to manufacture more than 1,200 recipes for PepsiCo's mega brands including Gatorade, 7Up and Pepsi.We are a global organization offering careers in various functions from Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Finance, R&D, HR and IT.We are passionate about creating and delivering much-loved household brands to markets across the world.PepsiCo, opportunity is for everyone. Recognised as a Great Place to Work in Ireland, PepsiCo fosters a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion with acceptance and respect for all employees.'A space to be you' is our initiative that creates a collaborative, equitable and inclusive space where everyone, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love, has a voice.PepsiCo is a supportive work environment that provides a sense of community for employees. We work with our employees to ensure they have reasonable accommodations they need to be at their best.pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) is a core strategy of PepsiCo, placing sustainability at the centre of our business to have a positive impact on the planet and people.For the purposes of external advertising, we have called this role a Sensory Scientist. However please note that the internal job title for the successful candidate will be R&D Scientist.
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