Senior Innovation Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Innovation Manager to drive a dynamic innovation pipeline across various brands. In this pivotal role, you will lead key innovation projects, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful product launches. Your expertise in FMCG innovation will be crucial as you navigate the complexities of new product development while fostering strong partnerships. With a hybrid working model and a commitment to professional growth, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment. If you're passionate about innovation and ready to tackle challenges head-on, this position is for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

25 days annual leave

Healthcare scheme

Tailored development goals

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG innovation, preferably in food.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation programmes from ideation to launch.
• Shape a 3-5 year Innovation funnel and evaluate NPD opportunities.

Skills

Innovation Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

NPD (New Product Development)

FMCG Experience

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c.£67,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

The opportunity:

A high-profile position bringing to life an innovation pipeline across a portfolio of brands. The Innovation Manager will be a key member of a new team, as the business doubles down on Innovation.

What will my accountabilities be?

Lead and develop key innovation programmes and projects, from ideation to concept development through the stage gate process and up to launch. This position will have a major focus on front-end innovation, balancing brand and commercial considerations. The Senior Innovation Manager will lead functionally diverse stakeholders down a clear and connected path.

Help shape a 3-5 year Innovation funnel, identifying and evaluating NPD opportunities within new and existing categories.

Who will I be working with?

• Reporting to the Head of Innovation as part of the wider Marketing function.
• Partner with Category, Brand, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Technical teams.

A great candidate will have:

• Experience of delivering innovation within an FMCG environment – preferably food.
• Cross-functional, programme/project leadership, building powerful partnerships and effectively influencing multiple stakeholders.
• Passionate about NPD, able to deal with ambiguity and overcome obstacles.

In return for everything you can bring, we can offer you:

• Hybrid Working (3 days a week in office).
• 25 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays, as well as a purchase scheme of up to an additional two days per year.
• Healthcare scheme.
• Tailored development goals.

The process:

Apply today with your most up-to-date CV that will be reviewed by our MKJ Recruitment team.

First Stage: 60-minute meeting with the hiring manager.

Second Stage: In-person interview at their offices.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process that allows people to be their best authentic selves.

We would love to reply to all applications. Regrettably, due to high volumes, we are unable to do so. If you do not hear back within 14 days, unfortunately, this role will not be progressing. The position might be closing soon, so it’s a matter of timing. But don’t worry! There will be more opportunities. Follow us at Mackenzie Jones Recruitment so you don’t miss out.