Overview: Responsibilities:

• 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 Pepsi Co 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.

Qualifications:

• 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, Power point).
• 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 Pepsi Co, sourcing ingredients to manufacture more than 1,200 recipes for Pepsi Co’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.

• Recognised as a Great Place to Work in Ireland, Pepsi Co 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.

• Pepsi Co 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+ (Pepsi Co Positive) is a core strategy of Pepsi Co, 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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