Head of Breakthrough Food Innovation

apetito UK; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supplier is seeking a Head of Product Innovation to develop and execute a robust innovation strategy. This role involves leading a high-performing team, managing product development, and engaging with customers to shape the future of food solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food innovation and demonstrable leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Company car

Free parking

Life assurance scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering commercially successful food concepts.
• Ability to energize and empower team members.
• Empathetic understanding of customers and markets.

Responsibilities

• Shape and drive product innovation strategy.
• Oversee development of product solutions.
• Lead a high-performing innovation team.

Skills

Food innovation

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Commercial awareness

Customer empathy

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading food supplier is seeking a Head of Product Innovation to develop and execute a robust innovation strategy. This role involves leading a high-performing team, managing product development, and engaging with customers to shape the future of food solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food innovation and demonstrable leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.