PepsiCo

R&D Consumer Science - Associate Scientist

PepsiCo  •  Gurugram, IN (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Locations: Gurugram, India

Job Function: R&D

Req ID: 467424

Relocation Eligible: ['No']

Join us in shaping the future of food and beverages. We're seeking an inquisitive and consumer-focused individual who is passionate about understanding human behavior, uncovering meaningful insights, and turning them into impactful business decisions. If data excites you as much as the stories behind it, and you're driven to make a real difference, we'd love to meet you.
  1. Manage end to end projects with respect to consumer research to partner with India & Pakistan Business (Beverages)
  2. Deliver actionable insights and guidance to PD via the above research
  3. Ensure projects are delivered on time in full and within agreed budget and with actionable recommendations
  4. Manage trends tracking & competitor mapping initiatives to aid AOP planning


Responsibilities

  • Manage India & Pakistan beverages’ category to enable effective and efficient delivery of the short term and long term innovation, productivity, quality and sustainability agenda.
  • Identify needs, establish learning plan, lead qualitative and quantitative consumer research and sensory research, communicate results and recommendation.
  • Coordinate with research agencies for proposals and filed materials.
  • Ensure field work’s quality is meeting targets and completed on time, within budget.
  • Review consumer research report and check for data discrepancies.
  • Ensure report complies to R&D guidelines
  • Ensure report has clear recommendations and insights for the product developers.
  • Archive all consumer research reports to restricted sharepoint on regular basis and maintain the projects list in consumer spend tracker.
  • Maintain India sensory lab operations and monitor budget for adherence to target amount.
  • Monitor trends & new launches through secondary databases (Mintel, Euromonitor) and report on annual basis.


Qualifications

The Basics

  • Master's degree in Food Science, Psychology, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4-7 years of experience in Consumer Research, Insights, or a related FMCG function.
  • Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Knowledge of consumer testing.
  • Experience managing research projects from idea to insight.
  • Ability to analyse data and translate findings into simple, compelling recommendations.

The Secret Sauce

  • Consumer-first mindset
  • Learning agility
  • Strong ownership and accountability
  • Creativity backed by science
  • Resilience and adaptability
  • Excellent stakeholder management
  • Passion for innovation
  • Drive to make a real impact
PepsiCo

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place.

Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day.

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet.

Join us. Dare for Better.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Purchase, New York
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
pepsico.com
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