Consumer Research Technologist (Cooking Sauces)
Worksop / Hybrid (On site approx. 3-4 days a week)
Role Purpose:
Are you passionate about food and fascinated by what makes consumers tick? Join our Sensory and Product Analytics team and help shape the future of some of the UK's best-loved brands including Sharwoods, Mr Kipling, Batchelors, Oxo and Ambrosia. As a Consumer Research Technologist, you'll lead consumer research projects that drive product quality, maximise consumer liking, and protect brand loyalty.
What you'll be doing:
1. Lead consumer research for Cooking Sauces and Accompaniments, focusing on Sharwoods, Loyd Grossman, The Spice Tailor and Homepride.
2. Deliver sensory panel testing and analyse online reviews and consumer data across multiple sources.
3. Collaborate with NPD, Marketing and Insights teams to plan and execute Central Location Testing and Home Use Testing.
4. Manage relationships with research agencies, briefing projects and attending fieldwork.
5. Run end-to-end research projects-from sourcing samples and recruiting respondents to statistical analysis and stakeholder presentations.
6. Champion best practices, health and safety, and continuous improvement within the Premier Sensory Group.
7. Own your development by identifying training needs and building a pla...