Description
Description
The Sensory Analyst supports Amazon and Whole Foods Market’s private brand and culinary research and development, quality assurance, compliance and marketing. This position is responsible for executing sensory panels and works with internal stakeholders to provide timely, actionable results that are used to make business decisions.
Key job responsibilities
Support internal descriptive analysis panels
Review and perform data entry ensuring accuracy and logical consistency
Prepare products and references as necessary for sensory evaluation and training
Plan and execute employee acceptance testing including selecting sensory methods
Perform basic statistical analysis
Report findings from sensory panels to stakeholders
Assist in recruiting, screening, selecting, and training new panelists for sensory panels as needed
About The Team
WWGS Private Brands NA Product Development and Sensory supports product development and sensory activities across all Amazon and Whole Foods Market Private Branded products in both food and non-Food categories.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in Oracle DB
Experience using strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience with computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
BS Food Science, Sensory Science, Psychology or similar field. Advanced degree a plus.
1-2 years’ experience working in the sensory science field
Must have knowledge of sensory science as it relates to consumer packaged goods products
Must have in-depth understanding of sensory science and related business processes
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in data analysis and reporting
Experience in supporting quantitative and qualitative consumer research
Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service
Experience in customer-facing product development and product management, including defining, launching, and optimizing product and services
Experience working with Compusense software
Experience and familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
