Assistant Innovation Manager

Better placed recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a creative thinker passionate about product development! Join a dynamic consumer goods company as an Assistant Innovation Manager, where you will support product launches and collaborate with diverse teams. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, allowing you to contribute to innovative projects that shape industry trends. If you're eager to kickstart your career in product innovation and thrive in a supportive culture, this is the perfect place for you. Embrace the chance to turn ideas into reality and grow within a renowned company dedicated to excellence and sustainability.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for career growth

Involvement in exciting product launches

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or those early in their career are encouraged to apply.
• Experience in FMCG or product development is a plus, including internships.

Responsibilities

• Support product launches from concept to shelf, including packaging and approvals.
• Collaborate with various teams to bring innovative ideas to life.

Skills

Product Development

Organisation Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Commercial Mindset

Creative Problem-Solving

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for product development? This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early in their career to join a fast-moving consumer goods company as an Assistant Innovation Manager. If you love coming up with new ideas, enjoy working on multiple projects, and want to see products go from concept to reality, this could be the perfect role for you!

They are a global leader in high-quality consumer goods, known for their commitment to innovation and excellence. With a strong focus on sustainability and product development, they continuously bring fresh ideas to the market, shaping industry trends and meeting evolving consumer needs. Their collaborative and forward-thinking culture makes them an exciting place to build a career in innovation.

The Role:

1. Support product launches from idea to shelf, working on everything from packaging design to approvals.
2. Track product samples, request feedback, and keep everything organised.
3. Look at industry trends, analyse competitors, and help shape new product ideas.
4. Work alongside different teams to bring fresh ideas to life.
5. Maintain project trackers, mock-ups, and key documents.
6. Work closely with Sales, Technical, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to make sure projects run smoothly.

You:

1. A positive, can-do attitude with a passion for product development.
2. Great organisation skills – you’ll be juggling multiple tasks at once.
3. Strong attention to detail – you’ll be working with key product info.
4. A team player who loves working with different departments.
5. A commercial mindset – understanding how costs and profits impact business decisions.
6. Any experience in product development, FMCG, or a similar field (internships or placements welcome!).
7. A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
8. An understanding of how products are developed in the FMCG world.
9. Ability to analyse data and come up with smart solutions.

Why Join?

1. A great chance to kick off your career in product innovation.
2. Hands-on experience with real projects and exciting product launches.
3. A friendly and supportive team that wants to see you grow.
4. The opportunity to work on well-known products in a fast-moving industry.

If you’re excited about bringing new products to life and want to be part of a fun, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!