Sensory Senior Technical Manager- Plainsboro, NJ

Senior Sensory Technical ManagerPlainsboro, NJ HybridP15This position will be responsible for sensory in TTH Quality for Americas (North America and South America). It will be responsible for defining and ensuring execution of Sensory Regional program for Americas in alignment with Global Sensory Strategy and Roadmap. This position will report to NAM TTH Quality Lead.At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.Your key responsibilities•Define and deploy regional Sensory QC strategy and roadmap in Americas in alignment with Global Sensory strategy.•Oversee and manage the implementation of Sensory best practices, methods and standards in our Quality Control laboratories in the region•Responsible for ensuring site compliance, training, development and validation programs of QC and non-QC sensory panelists•Strong contributor to the continuous improvement of Sensory room standard and Sensory rooms' design for new or revamping lab projects•Drive Sensory Performance Excellence•Continuously upskill the Quality Control community to reinforce its strength as gate keeper to prevent customers' sensory rejectionsWe Bring•A culture that prioritizes quality, safety and well-being;•A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;•A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;•Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;•A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;•An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;You Bring•Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering or related areas with Flavor and/or sensory specialty preferred;•Previous work experience (5 to 7 years) in Sensory is essential, preference in flavor industry;•Good knowledge of flavor Raw Materials, Flavors and GC/GC-MS;•Advanced English skills (written, listening, and spoken) is required - intermediate Spanish is desired.•People-oriented profile with trainer/teaching skills;•Communication skills both verbally as well as digitally;dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.