Graduate Sensory Panel Leader

Are you a recent Food Science graduate? Are you looking for your next step within your sensory career?

The role:

MMR is looking for a Graduate Sensory Panel Leader to join our rapidly growing sensory teams, our sensory panel leader will be based in Singapore. This exciting and brilliant opportunity entails many responsibilities which will help you to develop professionally on the job, you will be supported by some of the very best sensory experts globally.

About us:

Spotted an exciting new product in the shops recently? Chances are, we’ve played a key role in its creation.

We are an independent, global consumer and sensory research agency specialising in food, drink, personal and household care research. We are industry leaders, guiding best in class innovation for our clients – partnering with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands such as Coca Cola, Diageo, Mondelez, GSK, Kellogg’s, Colgate and Unilever.

Our team of over 900 highly engaged, multi-disciplined employees are primarily dynamic research professionals, sensory experts and data scientists. We’re a diverse bunch, with backgrounds in R&D, insight, marketing, sensory science, data sciences and psychology. We also boast a true global reach with offices in UK, US, China, South Africa, Singapore, Colombia, Brazil, India, Thailand and the Netherlands.

We are a “people first” company that prides itself on collaboration, honesty and mutual trust. Don’t take our word for it though, check us out on Glassdoor. You’ll see we’re currently rated at 4.7 out of 5 as an employer destination and a massive 97% of our employees would recommend working for us to a friend. Add to that 99% of our people approve of our CEO and you’ll get a general feel of what it means to be part of the MMR family.

Responsibilities:

• Sensory Panel Management Support – (including scheduling, profiling and training of our panels).

• Assisting the team with running sensory research projects for multinational clients, focusing on both team delivery as well as client management in order to ensure the accurate and efficient management of projects.

• You will assist in the daily operation of the sensory research projects and maintenance of sensory laboratory, involving management of test product logistics, preparation and support in panel session set up, execution and data analysis and reporting.

• A fresh Food Science graduate or up to one year’s experience in a sensory role.

• A passion for food and drink, and personal care products.

• We take graduates from a range of degrees, from food science (preferred), social sciences (psychology, sociology), humanities and pure science.

• Knowledge or experience in sensory research methodologies is useful, but certainly not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know.

• Spoken and written English skills are essential to allow for clear and concise communication as our team & clients are multinational.

• Strong organisational and time management skill

• Strong team-working ability

At MMR, we’re committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world!

We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits to enhance your experience with us. Competitive salaries, ample holiday allowances, and unparalleled training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee well-being is what makes MMR truly shine.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Apply now!