Sensory Associate Specialist

Nestle

Sensory Specialist at Nestlé responsible for delivering sensory insights and leading sensory studies. Applying best practices to influence product development decisions and consumer experiences.

Posted 7/3/2026contractYork • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £30,000 - £35,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver impactful, actionable sensory insights to support decision-making on I&R projects
Lead end-to-end sensory studies, from design through to analysis, reporting and recommendations
Advise and partner with R&D, NPTC and markets on selecting and applying sensory methodologies to answer business questions
Drive continuous improvement in sensory tools, methods and ways of working, while building capability across the sensory network
Build strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication, alignment and effective escalation when needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Marketing Research or a related field
Strong statistical understanding and data interpretation skills
Experience of applying a range of sensory analysis techniques
Experience managing sensory studies, panels or working with external sensory agencies
Background within consumer-packaged goods (R&D or market-facing roles); broader business or operations exposure is beneficial
Fluent in English and local language
Proficient in MS Office and relevant sensory or statistical software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestle
9 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement
2 paid volunteering days

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Hard Skills & Tools

Sensory AnalysisData InterpretationStatistical AnalysisSensory Study ManagementConsumer Research

Soft Skills

Stakeholder Relationship ManagementClear CommunicationCollaboration