Sr. Food & Beverage Trend Researcher

Championtarget

Base: $95,000.00 - $171,000.00; bonus/equity: not ...
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Identify and synthesize emerging food & beverage trends
Translate trends into strategic opportunities
Conduct deep-dive category analyses
** Championtarget is seeking a Senior Food & Beverage Trend Researcher to lead the identification and activation of emerging food and beverage trends that inform product development and merchandising strategies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in food science or a related field, with at least three years of experience in recipe development and trend analysis. **

Job Summary

  • Lead the identification, synthesis, and activation of emerging food & beverage trends to inform product development, merchandising strategy, and enterprise decision-making.
  • Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more.
  • Travel to key markets, trend conferences, and trade shows (approximately 10–20%).

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** Championtarget is seeking a Senior Food & Beverage Trend Researcher to lead the identification and activation of emerging food and beverage trends that inform product development and merchandising strategies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in food science or a related field, with at least three years of experience in recipe development and trend analysis. **

Salary

Base: $95,000.00 - $171,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), employee discount, disability, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Identify and synthesize emerging food & beverage trends
  • Translate trends into strategic opportunities
  • Conduct deep-dive category analyses
  • Integrate qualitative and quantitative inputs
  • Build and evolve trend methodologies
  • Communicate insights persuasively to diverse audiences

Nice-to-have

  • Naturally curious with a passion for food
  • Skilled storyteller with demonstrated ability to influence
  • Food social media savvy
  • Future-thinking culture

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of recipe development experience
  • Bachelor or Master of Science degree
  • Experience with trend/innovation/creative/design
  • Fluent in MS Word & excel and computer design system skills

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