Cyrus Oduah
Gent
Summary
- Master’s degree in Food Technology.
- More than 4 years of experience in product development, focusing on formulation, prototyping, process optimization and sensory analysis.
- Expertise in beverage development, ingredient functionality, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in applied statistics and data analytics software such as R programming and JMP.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sensory Scientist
The Coca-Cola Company
06.2023 - Current
- Lead sensory projects by designing, organizing, and executing sensory tests (e.g., internal competitive mapping, triangular tests) aligned with business objectives
- Analyze sensory data, deliver insights, and provide actionable recommendations to support product development
- Collaborate closely with product developers to enhance formulation and optimize product attributes
- Conduct sensory training (e.g., sweeteners, panel screening) to ensure data reliability and panelist performance
- Stay updated on emerging sensory technologies, competitive insights, and market trends to drive innovation
- Utilize digital tools (AI, data analytics) to enhance sensory methodologies and optimize product evaluation processes
- Communicate project outcomes effectively, translating technical recommendations into strategic business insights
Research and Development Assistant
Capwell Industries Limited
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Executed new recipe development and adaptations, assisting senior product development managers to meet quality, timing, and budget targets
- Coordinated and developed lab-scale prototypes, conducted analytical and sensory tests, and facilitated pilot-scale productions
- Worked as part of a cross-functional team (regulatory affairs, quality, marketing, supply chain) to develop and enhance beverage products.
- Applied statistical methods and design of experiments to optimize product formulation and scale-up processes
- Integrated sustainability principles and regulatory requirements in product design and development
- Conducted market and competitor analysis to align product development with consumer preferences and emerging trends
- Maintained collaboration with external labs for shelf-life studies and nutritional profiling of new products
Quality Assurance Attachee
Farmers Choice Limited
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Conducted in-process and final product quality analysis, including sensory evaluation
- Performed microbial testing to ensure product safety and compliance with quality standards
Education
Master of Science - Food Technology
KU Leuven
Leuven, Belgium06-2022
BSc. - Food Science and Nutrition
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology (JKUAT)
01.2018
Skills
- Product Development
- Project management
- Beverage Formulation
- Chemistry
- Ingredient Functionality
- Food Sciences & Technology
- Sensory Analysis
- Quality Control & Food Safety
- Statistical Analysis & Experimental Design
- Data Analytics & Experimental Design
- Power BI/XLSTAT/R Programming
- Communication
Languages
English
Dutch
Timeline
Sensory Scientist
The Coca-Cola Company
06.2023 - Current
Research and Development Assistant
Capwell Industries Limited
01.2019 - 10.2020
Quality Assurance Attachee
Farmers Choice Limited
07.2017 - 09.2017
Master of Science - Food Technology
KU Leuven
BSc. - Food Science and Nutrition
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology (JKUAT)
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