AdresUNILEVER IN WAGENINGEN (NETHERLANDS) IS LOOKING FOR A GLOBAL KNORR
CONSUMER TECHNICAL INSIGHT (CTI) RESEARCHER
Do you get excited to translate consumer & customer needs into business opportunities? Look no further!
LOCATION: Global Foods Innovation Centre, Wageningen, NL
TRAVEL REQUIRED: 10-20%
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME
Salary: 44-64 K gross depending on background and experience
Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.
For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.
ABOUT UNILEVER
Unilever is one of the world`s largest FMCG businesses across various product categories. The Nutrition business group represents 30% of the business, and owns some of Unilever´s largest brands, such as Knorr. Knorr has ambitious growth plans, which will be fulfilled by product innovations that incorporate superior, differentiating technologies and design.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
Since 2019 Unilever R&D has its Global Foods Innovation Centre in Wageningen (Hive), the Netherlands. In this way Unilever creates critical mass in expertise areas to ensure that the technologies ultimately bring benefit-led, breakthrough innovations that are good for People and Planet. In addition, we aim to evolve our R&D sites into innovation ecosystems to leverage the knowledge and expertise of external partners.
MAIN JOB PURPOSE:
Unilever recognises Consumer Technical Insight (CTI) as an integral function partnering R&D Product and Packaging development. We deliver CONSUMER TECHNICAL INSIGHTs using qualitative, quantitative consumer and sensory research to drive the delivery of outstanding innovations and preferred products in the market place.
The main objective of the Global Knorr CTI role is to help, plan and manage CTI research within the global CTI Knorr programme and support the superior product designs in adherence to best practices, IPM, Unilever policies and Code of Business Principles. This role presents an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting Global R&D through identifying opportunities to better meet consumer needs and drive profitable growth for Unilever’s Nutrition business. If you have a passion for shaping impactful consumer and sensory research, enjoy team work, and have an ability to translate insights into new business opportunities – this is a role for you.
JOB SUMMARY
Consumer & Product Insights for innovation and renovation projects for Knorr, including:
- Review historical market, consumer and sensory data to identify opportunities for superior products and claims, and providing R&D with clear guidance on how to deliver these.
- Identify what consumer research is needed to deliver project objectives, develop the research brief, ensure execution according to best practice guidelines, and draw out clear and actionable insights and recommendations.
- Developing work which is fact-based rather than fact-filled, focusing on story-telling, recommendations and outcomes.
- Running hypothesis and scenarios in autonomous way, by using data and data analytics, to guide the R&D team in development of the best formulations.
- Working collaboratively across CTI BG and BU, and partnering closely with CMI to develop integrated Consumer Insight plans.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate qualification in human or food sciences, and/ or experienced in a consumer or sensory insights role with at least 2 years of experience in FMCG
- Working knowledge of consumer and / or sensory research approaches, and ability to work independently and strong planning skills.
- Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of high impact innovative propositions in a multi-cultural environment.
- Fluent English, second language is a plus
- Solid communication skills, with experience presenting to all levels of clients and co-workers with very good communication and influencing skills
- Passionate about food and ambitious to deliver the best quality whilst being a team player
- Fully operational in MS office
- Excellent facilitation and problem-solving skills.
- Strong internal/external network builder.
- Self-motivated and keen to help drive change in an organization.
- Experience in claims, demos and storytelling and/or strong interest to develop this skill
- Creative thinking to support the development of new ideas with volition and willingness to change.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!
- Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.
- Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.
- Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.
- We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.
- Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% to 60% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate. For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.
- Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.
- My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).
- Home work allowance
- Company laptop and mobile phone
- Green Mobility Policy.
EXCITED?
Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.
Looking forward to meeting you!
Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.
By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.
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