Sensory and Portofolio Analyst
Surabaya
Full-time
Fixed-term
Role description
As a Portfolio & Sensory Analyst, you will play a key role in driving product innovation and business growth by evaluating flavour performance, analyzing product portfolios, and generating market insights. Through sensory evaluation and portfolio analysis, you will ensure our products meet consumer expectations, align with market trends, and support strategic business decisions.
Your Mission
Develop & Maintain Flavour Portfolio Mapping
Build and manage flavour portfolio mapping for each product application by utilizing the company's flavour database, ensuring an organized portfolio that supports product development and commercial activities.Drive Sensory Evaluation Excellence
Collaborate with the Global team to implement and standardize sensory evaluation methodologies, ensuring reliable, consistent, and scientifically sound evaluation practices.Conduct Market & Industry Intelligence
Perform continuous market research and industry analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and business opportunities that support innovation and strategic business growth.Support Customer Innovation Projects
Develop technical presentations and innovation concepts that showcase flavour solutions and create value for customers and business partners.Standardize R&D Knowledge & Processes
Establish and maintain standardized knowledge sharing, documentation, procedures, and best practices across the R&D department to improve collaboration and operational efficiency.Evaluate Flavour Portfolio Performance
Conduct organoleptic assessments of aromatic raw materials and flavour products to ensure portfolio quality, consistency, and alignment with market expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
Strong foundation in chemistry, data analysis, and/or sensory evaluation.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, presentation, and design software (e.g., PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Illustrator).
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Excellent documentation, presentation, and communication skills.
Proficient in English; German proficiency is an advantage.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the Flavour & Fragrance, Pharmaceutical, or Food & Beverage industry is preferred.
Strong interest in flavour innovation, product development, and market trends.
About us
At Arethia, we fuse our long-standing reputation with a continual push for progress. A rapidly expanding player in the flavour industry, Arethia specialises in delivering innovative taste solutions and co-creating products that consumers love. For more than 70 years, Arethia has been known for its close collaboration with customers and the highest quality standards. With over 350 employees spread across Germany, Switzerland, Dubai, and Indonesia, we aim to shape the future of flavours with a culture that values agility, transparency, and talent.