Quorn are currently recruiting a Sensory Panel Leader to join our Consumer & Sensory Science function based in Stokesley.
What you'll be responsible for:
You will be responsible for the design & execution of sensory research projects, supporting product development and quality assurance initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse sensory data, providing actionable insights that guide decision-making in the wider business.
Managing the trained sensory panel, you'll drive a high-performance sensory panel programme to ensure we are hitting panel KPIs and maintaining an engaged and motivated panel. This will involve creating and facilitating panel sessions within our dedicated sensory facilities, ensuring that we're measuring what matters in sensory research to enable reliable and actionable insights for the business.
The role will be based on-site in Stokesley at least 80% of the working week.
What experience you'll need to have:
* Understanding of basic sensory science principles
* Excellent communication and group leadership skills, able to motivate and work effectively with large groups
* Ability to create reports in a timely manner, with clear and actionable insights
* Comfortable with Microsoft Office packages, with intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel in particular
* Excellent time management and organisational skills, with flexibility to adapt quickly whilst still maintaining attention to detail and scientific rigor
* A passion for healthy, sustainable products which are better for our consumers and the planet – you don’t have to be a vegetarian to work for Quorn!
The recruitment process:
Every application will receive a response regardless of being successful or unsuccessful. Applications will close on Friday 16th May, and all applicants will be contacted by our Resourcing Partner W/C 19th May. Our process will involve:
1. 1st Stage - 30-45 minute Microsoft Teams introductory call with our hiring team
2. 2nd Stage - on-site interview and tour of sensory facilities
If you have any questions regarding any of the above or the application process, please feel free to reach out to our Resourcing Partner Jacob Senior.
What you'll get in return:
* A Competitive Salary
* 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year!)
* Generous Pension and Life Assurance Schemes
* Employee Assistance Programmes (we're a Gold Sponsor of GroceryAid along with our own internal Wellbeing Champions)
* Health & Wellbeing support with Digital GP services, free flu jabs, eye tests and discounted gym memberships
* Free Quorn products on-site to take home and share with your friends and family!
To apply for this vacancy, please follow the relevant link to submit your CV and Covering Letter. We look forward to receiving your application.
About Us
Quorn is a global company led by a clear purpose and ambition. By 2030, we will be a Net + positive business with 8 billion servings of our products being consumed across the world.
At Quorn, we aim to create an inspiring range of irresistibly tasty meals which are good for you and your family, as well as for the planet and future generations.
Our heritage as pioneers of meat alternative products reflects our commitment to embracing a different path that sets us apart.
We are committed to four core values: ‘Stronger Together’, ‘Make Lives Better’, ‘Think Big & Act With Courage’, and ‘Strive To Be The Best’.
Quorn is dedicated to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive culture where all backgrounds, experiences, and ideas are valued, making us ‘Stronger Together’.
All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, or age.
Recruitment Agencies
Please note that we manage our recruitment directly and will not engage with any agencies on this or any other vacancies. If external support is required, we will engage our preferred suppliers with an excellent track record in supporting the business. We do not accept speculative CVs, and any communication from non-PSL agencies will be ignored and forwarded to our Resourcing Partner.
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