Sensory Business Partner

Kellanova

  • Salford
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
As a Sensory Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract, you will play a key role in delivering food and consumer insights to Kellanova. Embedded within the Sensory & Culinary team, you'll collaborate cross-functionally to lead customised sensory testing, consumer research, and shelf-life evaluations that support innovation and renovation projects.Working with our iconic cereal and snack brands, you'll apply sensory science and consumer insights to ensure our products deliver a superior experience. This role is based at our Centre of Excellence in Trafford Park, Salford, with occasional opportunities to work from home depending on project needs. Some national travel may be required.A Taste of What You'll Be Doing
  • Research: Lead, design, execute, and analyse sensory and consumer studies to generate actionable insights. Present findings to cross-functional teams to support decision-making.
  • Innovation- Partner with Culinary and Food Design teams to develop superior products for innovation and renovation initiatives.
  • Consumer Focus - Monitor consumer trends and guide research on product claims and food superiority.
  • Coaching- Foster a sensory culture by delivering training sessions and building sensory and consumer-centric capabilities across the region.
We're Looking for Someone With
  • A bachelor's or master's degree in food science, Psychology, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in the FMCG industry, with strong expertise in sensory science and consumer research.
  • Solid scientific acumen, advanced data analysis skills, and the ability to translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • A proactive, results-driven approach with a passion for keeping the consumer at the heart of everything we do.
What's NextAfter you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back to you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European.recruitment@kellanova.comIf you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.Get to Know UsAt Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.Kellanova's Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world's best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.What does it take to be the best? Someone like you.Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website .

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