A BIT ABOUT US

MMR is the place where sensory science meets exciting, powerful commercial application, from branding and innovation to product development and retail strategy. We partner with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands.
We were founded on the belief that successful products, those that really deliver on their brand promise, are built from the perfect blend of sensory science and consumer insight. We help clients to achieve this, right across the globe with offices in London New York, Shanghai and everywhere in between.
It’s our people that make all of this possible.
We are proud of our collaborative culture which is driven by strong leadership and offers industry-leading training and growth opportunities.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

• Strong organisational skills and great attention to details
• Self-management and flexibility to adapt to priority changes
• Leadership and good communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with colleagues
• Proactivity and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literate, with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Hands-on experience in a lab or with sample preparation is a plus
• Food hygiene certification is desirable but not necessary

IF SO, THIS COULD BE THE ROLE FOR YOU!

We’re searching for a Panel Assistant to join the team at our client’s facility in Buona Vista, Singapore.

This is a part-time position with some flexibility required around panel timings.

• Monday 13:00pm - 17:00pm
• Tuesday 08:30am - 16:30pm (with 1 hour lunch break)
• Wednesday 08:30am - 12:30pm

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Panel Assistant reports to the Sensory Manager, assisting them to ensure that sensory projects run smoothly by managing all activities related to the sensory panels’ sessions, overseeing sensory laboratory operations and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

✅ Maintain sensory kitchen/laboratory functionality by checking stock to determine needed supplies/products, placing orders, and verifying receipt of supplies/products
Receive, store and prepare samples/materials for all sensory panel sessions
Research, source, prepare and manage products and sensory references for sensory panel sessions
Follow, apply and document appropriate research protocols, including identifying and assigning appropriate test design, measurement, solutions preparation
Ensure that sensory panel working areas, and all associated materials and equipment are prepared appropriately for each session and cleaned after - including the use of sensory software such as EyeQuestion
Ensure that all activities carried out comply with basic food hygiene and health and safety standards
Maintain and develop kitchen laboratory Standard Operation Procedures by identifying information needs and problems; recommending improvements; establishing priorities
Assist Sensory manager in administrative duties related to the sensory panel (e.g. timesheets, scheduling, training, updating databases, coordinating with panelists and contractors)
Ensure panelists follow the appropriate test and evaluation methods
Promote a positive and pleasant working environment for all at MMR, at all times