Interim Innovation Manager: NPD & Growth (London)

Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Innovation Manager for a 6-month contract. This hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days in the London office, involves managing product innovation from insights to launch. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in innovation or NPD within consumer goods. Responsibilities include developing the innovation funnel, overseeing consumer research, and providing leadership to cross-functional teams. Attractive hourly rate of £33.52 offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in innovation, NPD, or marketing in a consumer goods environment.
• Proven track record of successful, insight-led new product development.
• Strong understanding of consumer research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the innovation funnel aligned to brand and sales objectives.
• Commission and manage qualitative and quantitative consumer research.
• Partner with marketing and R&D to create compelling product concepts.
• Build and deliver robust business cases with margin considerations.
• Provide clear leadership across multifunction teams.

Skills

Innovation management

Consumer research

Cross-functional leadership

Product development

Commercial awareness

Strong communication

Project management

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Innovation Manager for a 6-month contract. This hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days in the London office, involves managing product innovation from insights to launch. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in innovation or NPD within consumer goods. Responsibilities include developing the innovation funnel, overseeing consumer research, and providing leadership to cross-functional teams. Attractive hourly rate of £33.52 offered.