Research & Develop New Categories Team Leader (Senior Manager)Here at innocent, we're on a mission to make it easier for everyone to get more fruit and veg into their bodies.
We started back in 1999 and since then we've gone from selling a few smoothies at a music festival to becoming one of Europe's biggest drinks companies with around 1,000 people (and the B Corp seal of approval).
It's nice to be able to say things like that but we're not patting ourselves on the back just yet.
We want to show everyone that it's possible to be a successful business while looking after people and the planet too, so we're trying to get better in pretty much every way.
And that's where this job comes in.
What you'll be doing As the Research & New Categories Team Leader at innocent drinks, you will spearhead the development of innovative R&D programs and manage projects that expand our core into new categories.
By collaborating with new key partners and existing suppliers, you will ensure that innocent is first to market with new propositions, all while aligning with our business vision and strategy.
The role will encompass strategic leadership, team management, project oversight, and relationship development, focusing on R&D prototyping, proposition development, and operational management from concept to commercial production.
With a dedicated team and a commitment to excellence, you will drive innovation and growth, ensuring our products meet timelines and cost targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
You'll have The responsibility of managing a team of five and be responsible for delivering fantastic new products into our factories and onto the shelves across Europe.You will need to handle a wide variety of projects and priorities, manage pressure, and maintain a clear focus on what is important while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.
Clear communication and motivation are key, not just with your team but also with our internal and external networks.Being a creative thinker who can see the long-term bigger picture with consumer insights is critical.We are looking for someone with great taste buds, creativity, and the ability to take an idea and deliver it to first production.Experience in FMCG development with technical knowledge is advantageous.You will need to demonstrate project management and leadership skills, good commercial and creative acumen, and attention to detail.Excellent technical skills and the ability to identify solutions and gaps in the market are essential.
The ability to manage multiple stakeholders is key.You'll get You will have the fantastic opportunity to collaborate with key partners and leverage R&D enablers to develop exciting new products that drive future growth.
This pivotal and exciting role will significantly impact our future products and overall growth.
In return for everything you can bring, we can offer you an exciting, challenging role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with plenty of career opportunities in the UK and across Europe as well as a competitive rewards package.
We also have some great clubs, a free breakfast, and as many smoothies as you can shake a stick at.
Take a look at our reward page for more details.
If you think you have everything we're looking for and more, then we'd love to hear from you.
You'll need to get your skates on though, as applications close soon.
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