Senior Specialist, R&D Insights

Job Number #172473 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States Who We Are Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. Position Overview The Senior Sensory Specialist in the Technology Insights team, based at the Piscataway Global Technology Center (GTC), is responsible for the oversight and strategic management of the oral care expert panel as well as employee/consumer panel at the Piscataway Technology Center. These panels are a vital resource for Technology teams, providing crucial early‑stage learning and guidance on existing and competitive products, as well as new formulations’ sensorial attributes. The insights gathered are essential for optimizing early‑stage work and identifying key opportunities or weaknesses that require action. Key Responsibilities Operational Management & Quality: Supervise and manage the expert panel and employee panel operations, ensuring adherence to test procedures, efficient time management, and maintaining the overall integrity of testing procedures for good sensory practice. Study Design and Execution: Develop comprehensive study schedules, manage recruitment and instructions for panels, and monitor overall study integrity, including quality control and accurate data analysis using statistical programs like Compusense or Red Jade. Insight Delivery and Communication: Interpret panel data for performance, report results to Category Insights Lead, and deliver compelling, concise communication of key findings and insights with a Point of View (POV) on implications. Panel Sustainability and Development: Proactively manage panel membership for long‑term viability (including exploring Analytics and 3rd Party Providers), develop and train Expert Panel members, and pilot new ideas to ensure panels remain vibrant and viable. Agile and Autonomous Work: Operate proactively with minimal supervision, demonstrating the ability to make appropriate decisions and adjust learning approaches or timelines as needed within an Agile Working environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor Degree in such areas as Sensory Science, Psychology, Statistics, Food Engineering/Science, UX Minimum 5 years of professional experience in sensory science Preferred Qualifications Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience is strongly preferred. Knowledge of Sensory Spectrum Expert Panel methodology. Good moderation/facilitation skills. Understanding of basic assessment techniques, especially related to sensory testing. Statistical competency and exposure and openness to Digital and Analytic Tools. Good verbal and written communication. Proficiency in Google Suite Compensation And Benefits Salary Range: $96,800.00 - $140,000.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for Executive‑level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Colgate-Palmolive