Innovation Growth Leader: Consumer-Driven Pipeline

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Innovation Manager to drive sustainable growth by turning consumer insights into actionable strategies and leading cross-functional teams to bring differentiated products and experiences to market.

This role sits onsite in Springdale, Arkansas, demanding strategic thinking, execution excellence, and the ability to influence without direct authority to deliver measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 3+ years in Innovation, Brand Marketing, Product Development, Consumer Insights, Strategy, or related field.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a robust innovation pipeline aligned to brand, category, and business growth objectives.
• Identify opportunities through consumer insights, trends, and analytics; translate into growth strategies.
• Lead concept development, validation, optimization, and commercialization; ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Financial acumen

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking an Innovation Manager to drive sustainable growth by turning consumer insights into actionable strategies and leading cross-functional teams to bring differentiated products and experiences to market.

This role sits onsite in Springdale, Arkansas, demanding strategic thinking, execution excellence, and the ability to influence without direct authority to deliver measurable business impact.