TL;DR

Senior CSI Manager (Consumer Sensory Insights): Managing the learning agenda and strategic deployment of consumer sensory insights for the Indonesian market with an accent on driving business-relevant actions and enhancing win rates. Focus on leading complex CSI projects, mentoring a team of junior associates, and representing sensory expertise to key customers.

Company

Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances, operating in over 100 locations worldwide with a focus on innovation and consumer-centric solutions.

What you will do

  • Define and manage the annual CSI learning agenda in alignment with Indonesian business strategy.
  • Synthesize multi-source data to generate holistic, actionable insights that drive business decisions.
  • Partner cross-functionally to promote foresight and trend programs across segments.
  • Manage relationships with external agencies to foster high-value partnerships.
  • Lead and mentor junior CSI associates, including performance reviews and sensory lab oversight.
  • Represent Givaudan's sensory expertise and technical capabilities with key clients.

Requirements

  • Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Market Research, Food Science, Chemistry, or Food Engineering.
  • 8-10 years of functional and leadership experience in the Flavour or FMCG industry.
  • At least 2-3 years of proven experience in people management.
  • Deep expertise in Sensory Science and Consumer & Category Insights.
  • Excellent communication skills in both English and Indonesian.
  • Must be based in or able to work on-site in Jakarta Selatan.

Culture & Benefits

  • Work within a global, collaborative team culture that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Opportunity to contribute to sustainable food and beauty innovations that reach billions of people.
  • Access to learning and development programs across a global network of experts.
  • Emphasis on work-life balance and a supportive, innovation-driven environment.
  • Exposure to international cross-pollination of knowledge and practices.