Sensory Manager
Our client, a leading food and beverage manufacturer is seeking a Sensory Manager to lead and evolve its sensory evaluation program. This role will be based out of Knoxville, TN. This individual will oversee sensory strategy, panel management, and data-driven insights to support product quality and innovation initiatives across the organization. This role partners cross-functionally with Quality, R&D, Marketing, and Operations to translate sensory data into actionable business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a sensory team including coaching and performance management
- Manage sensory programs, facilities, budgets, and external vendors
- Establish and maintain sensory standards (visual, physical, and descriptive) and methodologies
- Oversee sensory panels and support multi-site sensory initiatives
- Partner cross-functionally to support quality and innovation efforts
- Support new product development through sensory & consumer insights
- Analyze and interpret sensory data to guide business decisions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science or related field
- 5+ years of sensory or consumer science experience in food & beverage manufacturing
- Experience in statistical analysis and experimental design
- Strong understanding of consumer insights and sensory methodologies
- Proven cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills across Quality, Innovation, and Supply Chain
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