Scientist, Technical Consumer Research

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

February 21, 2025

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

The Technical Consumer Research (TCR) Scientist works as an individual contributor who will design and influence the adoption of appropriate sensory and consumer science to ensure our product offerings for the North America Operating Unit (OU) are market leaders, resonating with consumers' preferences and expectations. The TCR Scientist will also actively participate in Global TCR communities providing their unique point of view and collaborating on building global research plans that influence our innovation pipeline.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

SENSORY SCIENCE AND CONSUMER RESEARCH DESIGN PRINCIPLES

• Design and conduct sensory & consumer research studies to meet project objectives.

• Lead categories with support.

• Design and conduct sensory & consumer research studies to meet specific project objectives.

• Stay curious and leverage external knowledge to try innovative methods.

DATA ANALYTICS & SYNTHESIS

• Analyze and interpret test results, present technical conclusions.

• Knowledge and basic usage of Statistical software (XLStat, SPSS, SAS, etc.), Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Word

• Harness evolving technologies and data analytics to develop tools and solutions that bolster competitive advantage and deliver market-leading results."

• AI/Machine Learning: Familiarity and eagerness to apply these technologies.

TECHNICAL RISK MANASGEMENT

• Ability to identify and assess technical risks, collaborate developing strategies to mitigate them, and implement proactive measures to ensure project continuity and system integrity.

BUSINESS UNDERSTANDING & SYSTEM KNOWLEDGE

• Use system thinking to influence non-technical roles with compelling business cases.

TECHNCIAL COMMUNICATION & DATA STORYTELLING

• Translate strategic visions into actionable plans.

• Prepare and present technical conclusions to technical and non-technical audiences.

• INFLUENCING & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Business Partnerships, collaborate with multiple functions and provide market insights.

• Manage and nurture relationships with research suppliers, academic institutions, and cross-functional teams.

• Process Improvement, recommend and implement more effective ways of working.

Qualifications & Requirements

• B.S., MS, or PhD in food science, sensory science, or related fields.

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in sensory science and consumer research

Skills:

Communication, Consumer Understanding, Creative Approaches, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis, Data Driven, Food Sciences, Influencing Skills, Managing Ambiguity, Proactive Behavior, Proactive Thinking, Sensory Evaluation, Sensory Research, Statistical Analysis, User Experience Analysis

Pay Range:

$82,600 - $107,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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