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Sensory Manager (all genders)

Job Details

Contract Type:
Unlimited / Full-Time
Country / City:
Germany / Hamburg
Company:
Beiersdorf AG
Job Function:
Research & Development

Your Tasks

  • Develop and implement new and traditional sensory approaches, integrating artificial intelligence where applicable.
  • Translate consumer sensory preferences into objective sensory profiles to inform product development.
  • Oversee the accuracy and quality of sensory panel data, ensuring high standards are met.
  • Coach, train, and mentor colleagues to enhance their sensory skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to align sensory strategies with business objectives.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in sensory science to continuously improve methodologies.
  • Conduct sensory evaluations and lead panel sessions, actively engaging in practical sensory work.

Your Profile

  • Master’s degree or higher in Sensory Science, Food Science, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Serval years of experience in a sensory role within a consumer goods company, sensory agency, or research institute.
  • Strong passion for consumer insights and translating them into actionable sensory profiles.
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing sensory methodologies.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and quality.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with a genuine interest in developing others.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Willingness to work practically and lead sensory panel sessions.

Additional information

We embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins. We would therefore kindly ask you to include only information and data in your documents which are relevant for the assessment of your application (e.g. curriculum vitae, salary expectations, relevant references and certificates) and encourage you to upload your CV without a picture.

If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Fabian Kutzner every Tuesday between 4pm and 5pm via the telephone number +49 40 4909 4134.

Have a look at our benefits: What we offer – Our Benefits | Beiersdorf.

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    Get to know: Ernesto

    Beiersdorf Health Care is dedicated to developing trusted wound care solutions for everyday minor wounds. In our R&D Health Care department, we achieve this through innovation, expertise, and close collaboration across functions. In Venezuela, where I grew up, we called a plaster “a curita.” Now, helping shape the future of trusted brands like Hansaplast, Elastoplast, and CURITAS through cutting-edge research is a true privilege.