New Positions at Nestle

A day in the life of a Consumer Sensory Insight Senior Specialist:

Ensure CSI knowledge transfer throughout the I2L stages of the project:

• Ensure CSI knowledge transfer to the Industrialize stage and provide guidance to AGs and Market HO/Factory Sensory on setting up the consumer-centric sensory specifications (including acceptability limits). Assist the Market with sensory references for panel training whenever relevant for the project.

Provide Sensory & consumer insights to I&R projects:

• Assures early-phase collaboration between I&R and business and defines the consumer insight, benefit territory and technical solutions in the context of the strategic business opportunity.
• Promotes consumer perspective throughout the Innovation/renovation development process.
• Act as a key business partner to I&R and Business Category Leads/BEOs and help define questions and outcomes from consumer and sensory insight support to add value and influence project's success.
• Play an active part in cross functional project teams within Market and provide guidance on use and choice of sensory evaluation methodologies.

Manage and execute sensory studies & Technical acceptance process with excellence:

• Define clear and time-bound plans and prioritize resources available.
• Manage studies: planning and design then analysis, reporting and presentation of results in line with best practices and expectations and with impact to the cross-functional team and business partners.
• Coordinate technical acceptance process of new/renovated products.

Ensure CSI support continuous improvement and team development:

• Ensure high quality results through panel maintenance and performance (e.g. via panel performance KPIs), and participates in the recruitment, training of present and future panel members.
• Ensure collaboration with Marketing & Technical teams in driving defect prevention. 

Build and share knowledge:

• Contribute to improve sensory and consumer methods in NPTC/R&D/Market and within Nestlé.
• Contribute to internal trainings and to knowledge sharing on the right application of Sensory tools.
• Drive bridging and increased collaboration between sensory and consumer.

What will make you successful?

• Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Marketing Research, Food Technology, Food Science or other related fields
• 3 years or more in a wide range of sensory analysis and consumer product testing techniques and their applications
• Experience in consumer-packaged goods in the Market. A broader experience in operations  is a plus.
• Supervisory experience of leading sensory laboratory activities (panels, technicians, etc.)
• Experience in Marketing Research is a plus
• Computer-literate (MS-Office and dedicated technical software)

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A day in the life of the Assistant Brand Manager:

• Know your consumer deeply - understand the consumer behaviour by conducting qualitative and quantitative studies in liaison with the local research team and research partners.
• Inspire with Brand Vision and Essence - deeply understand, actively and consistently ensures the Brand Essence governs everything the brand says and does.
• Delight with Product & Packaging Experience Deliver the tastiest and healthiest products as perceived by target consumers and in comparison, with competition. Contributes to the development of relevant and preferred packaging & product solutions to improve the consumer experience Understands the basics of nutrition and how it can be leveraged to enhance your brands competitive advantage
• Win with Shoppers - Understands the relevant shopping environment & behaviours and how it can be leveraged to delight shoppers and improve performance. Has a basic understanding of relative price of products within the brand – and versus other brands/products. 
• Innovate Bigger Bolder Better - Passionately seeks out ideas and leverages internal & external resources to contribute to the development of an innovation pipeline. Ensures consumer centricity, applies Innovation levers, maintains vibrancy via relevant innovation & renovation for his/her brands to deliver against commercial objectives. Accountable and responsible for providing quality Concept briefs to the I&R and project Managers
• Plan and Executive Flawlessly - Contributes to the development and execution of a strong brand plan and work together with CCSD. Understands how Brand Health is tracked and monitors the performance of your brand. Manages PFME and understands the business impact of marketing spend (PFME) of her/his brand.
• Create Engaging Brand Experiences - Contributes and manages the development process of creating Ownable Brand Propositions and Big Ideas. Works in partnership with communication agencies to develop engaging business building communication. Ensures all brand communication contributes to enhancing the company image of trusted NHW leader. Embraces e-business and digital to drive brand and business performance.
• Financial & Business Acumen - PFME Budget management and P&L understanding P2P

What will make you successful

• Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Communication or Digital 
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in FMCG
• Proven track record to work independently
• Experience working in cross functional teams
• Has contributed to the development and implementation of business strategy aimed at increasing brand competitiveness.

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A day in the life of...

• Leads the development and execution of the Nestle Nutrition Strategic Roadmap and ensures alignment of local market strategy with overall global strategy
• Manages and optimises the category P&L and ensures consistent and sustainable profitable growth
• Uses different touch points especially digital platforms to reach and engage consumers in innovative and non-traditional ways in support of brand objectives.
• Knowledge and deep understanding of the Customer and Consumer Segments to enable solutions that address their needs and win against competition
• Successful promotional and detailing activities resulting in trial, conversion, purchase, loyalty and advocacy in order to grow ahead of categories where Nestlé competes

 Lead & Develop Brand Teams

• Develops own management and leadership skills by: providing regular coaching and mentoring to direct reports. Coaching and guidance should be in-line with Nestle Leadership Framework Competency Model
• Leads, motivates and develops a team which is agile enough to respond to fast changing organisational challenges
• anages processes and removes barriers to ensure that the team is as effective as possible to meet business goals and win with consumers, custome

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Marketing related focus / Honours preferred
• Energetic, self-starter with ability to lead and motivate a large group
• Demonstrated knowledge of marketing mix elements, along with experience in developing and implementing both product and customer specific marketing programs.
• Ability to interpret and analyse market research, trends, syndicated data and competitive data / trends. 
• Understanding of category management and development.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills for interaction with diverse people
• Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions that positively impact business
• Results driven with a proven track record in consistently delivering & exceeding  business targets and category growth
• Systems / info technology and digital marketing knowledge is beneficial