Do you..
Dream big?
Enjoy working cross-functionally?
Make things happen at pace?
Always consider how our Innovation can delight consumers and deliver results for our business and the category?
We have a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of an iconic FMCG Food brand and contribute to the next chapter of Pilgrim's Europe!
Job Title : Innovation Manager
Location : Slough
Contract : Permanent, Full-time
Benefits :
Competitive market salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pay review each year
Eligible for Bonus %
Your Key Accountabilities
Developing and delivering a robust pipeline of product innovation both for retail and foodservice.
Implementing new processes including Gate Process, Discipline and Compliance. From insights to execution to support the growth ambitions of the business and the brand.
Using consumer insight to create a pipeline of innovation opportunities which bring the brand innovation strategy to life
Developing of strong consumer concepts, if needed validated through consumer insight testing
Translation of consumer concepts into winning commercial propositions via robust business cases
Successful influencing of commercial organization to deliver the innovation agenda
Your Skills & Knowledge
Degree qualified
3+ years experience in Innovation roles with knowledge of Innovation process
Successful NPD delivery track record
Expertise at Product Development including design thinking, prototyping, testing, and launch without forgetting renovation projects
Project management expertise including setting timelines, managing budgets, and coordinating cross-functional teams
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