Panera Bread
Analyst, Sensory & Consumer Insights
$84K–$100K
Newton Support Center · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Experience
- Two to five years of relevant professional experience required.
- Education
- BA/BS in business, market research, statistics, food science, or another related field; MBA a plus.
About the job
Supports Panera’s innovation pipeline by coordinating sensory and consumer research, analyzing product and concept performance, and recommending improvements to products and guest experiences.
What you'll do
- Plan and execute sensory, product, and concept research; manage participant experiences, surveys, equipment, and testing protocols.
- Analyze and present research findings, maintain results databases and research libraries, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, research vendors, and partners; conduct focus groups or moderated feedback sessions as needed.
What they ask for
- Two to five years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, including survey design, implementation, data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- BA/BS in business, market research, statistics, food science, or another related field.
Nice to have
- Food, beverage, restaurant, sensory testing, or product research experience.
- MBA; food service industry experience; or experience in statistical analysis, competitive evaluation, and insight synthesis.
Pay
$83,686 to $100,423 USD annually (base salary)
Tools
Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Datassential
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