Senior Director, Beverage Product Innovation

Jobright.ai; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading beverage company in North America is seeking a Director of Product Development to spearhead the Innovation agenda for their Carbonated Soft Drinks portfolio. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to design and commercialize products, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and driving profitability. This role requires extensive industry experience, strong leadership, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree; graduate degree is a plus.
• 12+ years of experience in the food/beverage industry.
• 5+ years’ experience managing direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Innovation agenda for the Carbonated Soft Drinks portfolio.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and commercialize products.
• Manage team and R&D budget to align with growth objectives.

Skills

Business acumen

Financial analysis

Influencing skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Engineering

Tools

R&D processes

Job description

A leading beverage company in North America is seeking a Director of Product Development to spearhead the Innovation agenda for their Carbonated Soft Drinks portfolio. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to design and commercialize products, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and driving profitability. This role requires extensive industry experience, strong leadership, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively.