Location: Stamford, CT
Category: Communications / Public Relations
Department: Marketing Leadership Team
Job ID: 11409-en_US
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
Job Description
Pay Range: $135,189 – $149,745. This role is eligible for an annual bonus.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Sensory Leadership & Collaboration
Provide broad and deep sensory leadership in collaboration with Marketing, Innovation & Renovation, Quality, and R&D teams.
Ensure that all innovations and product renovations meet consumer expectations and align with business strategies.
Act as a key advisor in the integration of sensory insights into the product development process.
2. Consumer Research Integration & CSI Best Practices
Continuously seek opportunities to improve CSI best practices through innovation in sensory and consumer research.
Promote the use of Sensory and Consumer Research in the innovation and renovation processes.
Lead and contribute to the development of sensory-based strategies that enhance the overall consumer experience with products (Accelerated Shelf life, Real Time shelf life, ingredient changes, supplier changes, new formulations, renovations, Factory Sensory Training, etc.)
3. Sensory Execution & Service Excellence
Oversee and manage sensory practices to ensure the proficiency and performance of sensory activities within the organization.
Responsible for Implementation & Management of all Sensory and Shelf-Life Testing. Comparative Profiling, Monadic Profiling, Discriminative (Triangle test, Due Trio), In/ Out test, technical tasting, Panel Performance.
Provide the best sensory analytical services and training to factories, ensuring products meet high standards of sensory quality.
Monitor and ensure the integrity of sensory evaluations and testing methods.
4. Guidance & Expertise Sharing
Facilitate sensory training and knowledge-sharing sessions to upskill teams on best practices in sensory analysis.
Act as a subject-matter expert for sensory-related issues and provide ongoing support to cross-functional teams.
5. Sensory Process Management
Manage the execution of sensory activities across product development stages, ensuring timely and efficient execution.
Collaborate with R&D and Marketing teams to ensure that sensory insights are incorporated into product formulation.
6. Continuous Improvement
Lead efforts to continuously improve the sensory testing process and the overall sensory analysis techniques.
Evaluate and implement emerging sensory research technologies and methods.
Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to ensure cutting-edge sensory practices are adopted.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Skills:
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Sensory Science, Consumer Behavior, or a related field required. Advanced degree (Master’s, Ph.D.) strongly desired.
Experience: At least 7-10 years of experience in sensory science, consumer research preferably in food and beverage industry, with a proven track record in product innovation and renovation.
Sensory Expertise: Strong knowledge of sensory methodologies, consumer research, and statistical analysis.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex sensory data into actionable insights.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive continuous improvement.
Project Management: Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a focus on delivering results on time and within scope.
Work Environment:
Collaborative team environment with frequent cross-functional interaction.
Travel to factories and market locations may be required. (Up to 15%)
Fast-paced and dynamic work environment, with the need to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
This role offers the opportunity to have a direct impact on the development of products that resonate with consumers and contribute to overall business success.
Salary Range Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.
Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.
Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com
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