Sensory and Portofolio Analyst

Role description

As a Portfolio & Sensory Analyst you will play a key role in driving product innovation and business growth by evaluating flavour performance analyzing product portfolios and generating market insights. Through sensory evaluation and portfolio analysis you will ensure our products meet consumer expectations align with market trends and support strategic business decisions.

Your Mission

• Develop & Maintain Flavour Portfolio Mapping
  Build and manage flavour portfolio mapping for each product application by utilizing the companys flavour database ensuring an organized portfolio that supports product development and commercial activities.

• Drive Sensory Evaluation Excellence
  Collaborate with the Global team to implement and standardize sensory evaluation methodologies ensuring reliable consistent and scientifically sound evaluation practices.

• Conduct Market & Industry Intelligence
  Perform continuous market research and industry analysis to identify emerging trends customer needs and business opportunities that support innovation and strategic business growth.

• Support Customer Innovation Projects
  Develop technical presentations and innovation concepts that showcase flavour solutions and create value for customers and business partners.

• Standardize R&D Knowledge & Processes
  Establish and maintain standardized knowledge sharing documentation procedures and best practices across the R&D department to improve collaboration and operational efficiency.

• Evaluate Flavour Portfolio Performance
  Conduct organoleptic assessments of aromatic raw materials and flavour products to ensure portfolio quality consistency and alignment with market expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Food Technology Biotechnology or a related field.

• Strong foundation in chemistry data analysis and/or sensory evaluation.

• Strong analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel presentation and design software (e.g. PowerPoint Canva Adobe Illustrator).

• Proactive detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• Excellent documentation presentation and communication skills.

• Proficient in English; German proficiency is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Flavour & Fragrance Pharmaceutical or Food & Beverage industry is preferred.

• Strong interest in flavour innovation product development and market trends.

About us

At Arethia we fuse our long-standing reputation with a continual push for progress. A rapidly expanding player in the flavour industry Arethia specialises in delivering innovative taste solutions and co-creating products that consumers love. For more than 70 years Arethia has been known for its close collaboration with customers and the highest quality standards. With over 350 employees spread across Germany Switzerland Dubai and Indonesia we aim to shape the future of flavours with a culture that values agility transparency and talent.

Required Experience:

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1