Sensory Coordinator LATAM

About the role: 

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Regional Sensory Coordinator will be responsible for all the activities to ensure the sensory quality performance of Barry Callebaut in the LATAM region. The objective is to roll out the global sensory structure and procedures, guide and evaluate all sites to implement and sustain them to produce first time quality results. This position is also a key support for customer sensory requirements and alignments, product development, product optimization and issue troubleshooting for any internal or external requirements. The regional Sensory coordinator will ensure each production site is aligned with global sensory quality assurance program and systems .

Key responsibilities include: 

Lead the Sensory Quality Assurance Program in the LATAM region:

• Set up the training program for taste to evaluate ingredients and finished products (procedures, methods, software program) in cooperation with the global sensory manager.
• Train local sensory experts according to the global training program (procedures, methods, software program).
• Follow up with local teams to ensure that taste is evaluated, monitored and reported as a quality parameter.
• Provide support and advice to the European local sensory coordinators as the regional sensory expert (example: expired materials, raw material non-conformities and complaints).
• Train and support the local sites with the sensory software program.

Coordination of sensory tests for internal and external customers:

• Coordinate and/or conduct sensory tests for plants in the region in the event of insufficient capacity or expertise.
• Regional point of contact for sensory for external customers and review, as needed, customer requirements related to sensory.

 About you:

• Bachelor's Degree / Master’s Degree in Food Sciences or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in sensory evaluation within a consumer goods or food manufacturing environment
• Conversational English skills (B2+)
• Quality Systems and Food Safety certifications (HACCP, etc) - desirable
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to deliver clear, structured, and engaging presentations to diverse audiences

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.

 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.