JOB SUMMARY

The Innovation Manager is accountable for the development and delivery of on-time and on-budget brand innovation, renovation and product development plans. Aligning with company and brand strategy, these plans need to be executed in compliance with existing innovation processes. This position has a pivotal role in bringing other functions together in the execution of these innovation plans from consumer opportunity identification or briefing through commercialization.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Remote

DEPARTMENT: Marketing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead cross-functional innovation / renovation projects from ideation through commercialization ensuring achievement of innovation targets.
• Develop & maintain a robust innovation pipeline to ensure continuous flow of new ideas to keep up with the pace of the market.
• Lead and contribute to the development of innovation pipelines and plans.
• Lead innovation / renovation / product development projects from ideation to commercialization leveraging cross function team and inputs
• Lead cross-functional innovation project teams.
• Work closely with FIFCO USA insights team to align on consumer opportunities and to build insight testing & market research plans throughout the development and stage gate process
• Continuously monitor market trends and competitive innovation
• Develop select innovation briefs for portfolio opportunities based on segmentation and market opportunities.
• Work closely with R&D in the development of best in class products for our consumers.
• Create and track key success indicators from launch tracking through in-market key to enable quick learning and agile adjustments for the overall success of innovation / renovation projects 
• Assist in creation and management of innovation roadmap grounded in consumer insight.
• Develop new pack formats in response to brand briefs and opportunities identified by revenue management.
• Lead value engineering of products when required.
• Analyze innovation P&L and drive corrective actions to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure budget and process control.
• Bring a consumer-centric approach to innovation which puts our consumers, shoppers and customers at the forefront of all decision making. 
• Actively exhibit a commitment to support a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum: 5-7 years professional experience in marketing, innovation, brand management in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
• Preferred: previous experience in leading/co-leading innovation, product development, consumer insights etc.
• Project management experience is an advantage
• Previous experience in Bev Alc or CPG is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly remining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Constantly moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned 
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing

PERKS

• Generous Benefits with options to fit your life
• Blue4U Discounts
• Retirement Options with employer contributions
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Flexible scheduling
• Technology Reimbursements
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Culture of pride and community involvement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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