Sensory Specialist (m/f/d)

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  "id": "2633817",
  "name": "Sensory Specialist (m/f/d)",
  "office": "Reinbek",
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  "schedule": "full-time",
  "createdAt": "2026-05-13T15:27:56+00:00",
  "seniority": "experienced",
  "department": "Sensory",
  "occupation": "general_and_other_r_and_d_and_science",
  "subcompany": "Arethia",
  "employmentType": "permanent",
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      "name": "Role description",
      "value": "<span style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\">As a Sensory Specialist in our R&D team, you turn complex flavour questions into clear, well designed sensory studies. You build and train panels, select the right descriptive or discriminative methods, and run studies in Compusense to deliver reliable, actionable results.<br></span><span style=\"font-size:14px;color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><br>In your day to day work, you recruit, train, and calibrate the sensory panel while designing and executing tests. You monitor panel performance, refine ways of working, and ensure studies are comparable across sites through clear methods and documentation.</span><span style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size:14px;color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><br>You also provide sensory expertise to Quality Control and collaborate with cross functional, global teams and clients. By staying up to date with developments in Sensory and Consumer Science, you help improve our methods and outcomes.</span>"
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    {
      "name": "Your Mission",
      "value": "<span style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\">As a member of the Sensory Science Team, you act as a sensory research partner to R&D and the Business Units, delivering high-quality sensory research through effective planning, execution, and coordination</span><ul><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Lead sensory panels and train the panel.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Design and execution of descriptive and discriminative tests, including test setup and logistics.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Manage the planning, organization, execution, and evaluation of sensory tests in Compusense.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collect and organize panel performance data; support analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Support the global flavour language training across international locations.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Contribute in the creation and revision of SOPs to maintain consistency and best practices.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Handle administrative tasks, including sample preparation, documentation, and maintenance of sensory facilities.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Deliver technical sensory consulting to the Quality Control team.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collaborate cross-functionally with global teams and clients to align on sensory methods, support meetings, and assist with training sessions.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Stay updated on the latest advancements in Sensory & Consumer Science.</span></li></ul>"
    },
    {
      "name": "Minimum Qualifications",
      "value": "<ul><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\">Academic Degree in Food Science, Sensory Science, or a related field.</li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">2 years of hands-on experience in Sensory Science.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Knowledge of descriptive and discriminative sensory methods.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience in analyzing sensory data and panel performance.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Understanding of statistical analysis relevant to sensory testing.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.</span></li></ul>"
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    {
      "name": "Preferred Qualifications",
      "value": "<ul><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\">Familiarity with sensory and statistical software such as Compusense or R.</li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience working in cross-functional or international teams.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Professional experience in the flavour industry.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience with Jira & Confluence.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience in consumer insights.</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Willingness to travel and collaborate with global teams and attend relevant meetings and sensory activities.</span></li></ul>"
    },
    {
      "name": "Why you'll love working here",
      "value": "<ul><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\">Exciting tasks in an internationally operating, growing family business with flat hierarchies</li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">4 weeks remote work from other EU countries</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">30 days paid vacation per year</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Salary bands for a fair corporate culture</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Monthly allowance of €50 for your BAV</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Annual 360° feedback loops with clear promotion criteria and an individual career path</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Responsibility from day one in a company that encourages personal responsibility and growth</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Relocation costs can be reimbursed on a pro rata basis</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Regular company events such as summer party, Christmas party</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Paid team dinners or activities for each team twice a year</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Free parking right outside the door</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Perks and benefits: JobRad, subsidized lunch, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, free language courses and discounted memberships at several gyms and for the Wellpass</span></li><li style=\"color:rgb(0,0,0);\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Fresh fruit, free drinks and snacks in the office</span></li></ul>"
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  "occupationCategory": "r_and_d_and_science",
  "recruitingCategory": "PRO - GER"
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