Senior Manager, Global Innovation

Pernod Ricard; United States; Hybrid; USD 130,680 - 163,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Hybrid work option

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A global spirits leader is seeking a Senior Manager for Global Innovation. In this role, you will lead the development of innovation strategies for core brands, manage a diverse team, and collaborate with global and local teams to drive consumer-centric initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers the flexibility of hybrid work and celebrates a diverse company culture focused on professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in innovation within the food & beverage or spirits industry.
• Proven ability to develop strategic innovation platforms.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end innovation pipeline development for core brands.
• Build and manage a three‑year innovation roadmap.
• Partner with global brand units and local marketing teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Team management

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Global Innovation role at Pernod Ricard.

Salary range: $130,680.00 to $163,350.00 (New York, NY). Base salaries determined during our interview process.

Job Summary

Join Pernod Ricard’s Global Innovation team and help shape the future of some of the world’s most iconic brands. In this senior leadership role, you’ll drive consumer‑centric innovation strategies that deliver sustainable growth and transform how we bring new ideas to market. This is an opportunity to influence global brand pipelines, lead cross‑functional collaboration, and make a lasting impact on our business and consumers worldwide.

What you’ll do

• Lead end‑to‑end innovation pipeline development for one or more core brands (e.g., Absolut, Malibu, Kahlúa), from ideation through launch.
• Build and manage a three‑year innovation roadmap aligned with global and local brand strategies.
• Apply consumer‑centric methodologies to ensure insights drive decision‑making throughout the stage‑gate process.
• Partner with global brand units, local marketing teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver commercially successful innovation.
• Establish KPIs and track performance to measure innovation progress and post‑launch success.
• Foster collaboration across markets and share best practices within the global innovation community.
• Manage and inspire a diverse team of innovation experts across multiple locations.

What’s in it for me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility are front‑and‑center to our talent strategy. Your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and is committed to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in innovation within the food & beverage or spirits industry, ideally in a global organization.
• Proven ability to develop strategic innovation platforms and deliver incremental growth.
• Strong leadership and project management skills with experience managing cross‑functional teams.
• Financial acumen to manage P&L and balance innovation priorities.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Spanish or French is a plus.

Benefits and perks

We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules. Explore our benefits at https://PRUSABenefits.com.

EEO Statement

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms. Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing

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