Global innovation director | food

Open Executive Search & Selection - Milan & London; Roma; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading luxury food brand is seeking a Global Innovation Director to drive new product development and lead initiatives that align with consumer insights. This pivotal role requires proven experience in FMCG innovation, strong financial skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional projects. It's an exciting opportunity to influence the brand's future and deliver impactful products.

Competenze

• Proven success leading end-to-end innovation within FMCG in the food industry.
• Expertise in shaping white-space opportunities.
• Financial acumen and confidence in building P&Ls.
• Creative, strategic mindset with excellent influencing skills.
• Experience collaborating across global teams.

Mansioni

• Drive development of new products from concept to launch.
• Create clear project briefs defining design and commercial metrics.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Own and manage project budgets and P&L.
• Present proposals and updates to the Board.

Conoscenze

Leadership in product innovation

Financial acumen

Collaboration

Creative strategic mindset

Organizational skills

Descrizione del lavoro

Global Innovation Director Food | Progetto Stimolante | Pacchetto Interessante

Our client is a global luxury food brand, the solid market leader in its category with creativity and innovation at the heart of their mission. They’re redefining what’s possible in the high-end food industry, developing innovative products that truly make a difference for people everywhere. This role offers the chance to shape the next generation of their award-winning products and directly influence the company’s future growth. As Innovation Director you will lead the full innovation lifecycle from white-space ideation to product launch, ensuring every new concept aligns with real consumer insights and delivers strong commercial results.

Role Highlights

• Drive the development of new products from concept to launch, grounded in data, insight and storytelling.
• Create clear project briefs defining design, pricing, packaging, and commercial metrics.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with marketing, operations, design, and co-manufacturers to ensure seamless delivery.
• Own and manage project budgets and P&L, ensuring scalability and profitability.
• Present proposals and progress updates to the Board, influencing future innovation strategy.

You Will Need

• Proven success leading end-to-end innovation within FMCG in the food industry.
• Expertise in shaping white-space opportunities, not just managing NPD timelines.
• Financial acumen and confidence in building and presenting P&Ls.
• Creative, strategic mindset with excellent organisational and influencing skills.
• Experience collaborating across global teams and managing multiple high-impact projects.