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Research Manager Sensory Consumer Science Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$69K - $95K/yr

... research and sensory methods and ensure that it is translated into a cohesive story. To that end ... Project planning and management skills * Problem solving, creating solutions and working ...

NJ · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

... research and sensory methods and ensure that it is translated into a cohesive story. To that end ... Project planning and management skills* Problem solving, creating solutions and working ...

In collaboration with R&D, Marketing and Consumer Insights, the Sensory Scientist influences ... Works through ambiguous situations with assistance from management and demonstrates agility in ...

... Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Biology, Psychology, or related field. * 2+ years of experience in sensory evaluation, consumer research, or product testing. * Familiarity with managing sensory ...

Manage a globally distributed team, fostering engagement, talent development, performance, and ... Demonstrated experience leading consumer research, product intelligence, insights, sensory science ...

Head of Flavor & Sensory

Richmond, VA · On-site

$174K - $305K/yr

... management, and operating standards • Define validation frameworks and integrate consumer ... Bachelor's or master's degree in food science, Chemistry, Consumer Science, or a related technical ...

Company Description SAM is a fast-growing and global sensory and consumer research consultancy ... Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. Pay Range: $16.50 ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for research manager sensory consumer science in the United States is $98,569.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $114,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Mondelez International
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$69K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Mondelez International rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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274th of 445 rated food and drinks producers


Job description


Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
Under the direct supervision of a manager, you plan and organize cross-functional projects and develop consumer-centric objectives and strategies in response to business needs. You also interact independently with stakeholders.
How you will contribute
You will deliver on single and multi-stage projects, meeting standards and time frames by designing research and producing quality, actionable data. You will lead development of learning plans and all aspects of qualitative and quantitative consumer research and sensory methods and ensure that it is translated into a cohesive story. To that end, you will interpret results, report and present findings, and make recommendations that contribute to decision making. In this role, you may also lead descriptive panels, training, data analysis, reporting and assess panelist's performance, interact with your peers, junior developers/marketing and other colleagues, and may take on supervisory responsibility when completing assignments. This role requires understanding and the application of multivariate statistical methods to gain deeper understanding and insights from the research. Teamwork is essential in this position. You will partner with key stakeholders (R&D and Commercial/Insights) and cross-functional team to ensure that the work is aligned with strategic priorities and ensure that procedures are followed and the highest standards of work and environment, health and safety are maintained.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
  • Qualitative and quantitative consumer testing methods
  • Sensory testing methods (Round Table, QDA, Discrimination, etc.)
  • Statistics to analyze data and interpret results
  • Handling multiple priorities and adhering to deadlines
  • Effectively partner with stakeholders (R&D and Commercial/Insights) ensuring that the work is in line with the strategic and innovation priorities of the business
  • Working with cross-functional teams and business partners
  • Project planning and management skills
  • Problem solving, creating solutions and working independently
  • Microsoft Office applications
  • Effectively communicating verbally and in writing in English

More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
This role will be supporting Sweet Category
What extra ingredients you will bring:
Hands on experience on MS Office, Compusense & XL Stat preferred
Education / Certifications:
BS or MS in food science, engineering, psychology, sociology, food technology, food chemistry or similar
Travel requirements:
Less Than 10%
Work schedule:
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Work from office
Salary and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $69,300 to $95,315; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands-including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products -are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
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Mondelez International, headquartered in Chicago, IL, US, is a leading player in the global snack industry. Known for creating moments of joy in 160 countries, the company specializes in the production and distribution of biscuits, chocolates, gum, candy, cheese and grocery products. Mondelez International was formed in 2012 following the split of Kraft Foods Inc., with the aim to build the best snacking company in the world. The company’s mission centers on leading the future of snacking by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. Significant accomplishments include owning some of the world's favorite brands including Oreos, Cadbury, Trident, and Toblerone, and being recognized for reducing environmental footprints and championing sustainable ingredient sourcing.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1903