Innovation Manager

We''re resourcing for an experienced Innovation Manager on a long term temporary basis who will build and deliver a strong pipeline of winning new products across a personal care and beauty portfolio. You''ll turn deep consumer insight into commercially successful NPD, working cross-functionally from idea through to launch.The roleDevelop and deliver global and local innovation plans aligned to brand and sales strategyIdentify, assess and champion new product growth opportunitiesGenerate powerful consumer insights using qual and quant researchLead NPD projects through the full Stage Gate processBuild robust business cases and gain senior stakeholder approvalPartner closely with Marketing, RandD, Procurement, Sales and ManufacturingMonitor market, competitor and retailer trends to maintain competitive advantageOversee packaging development, testing and commercialisationManage NPD budgets and timelinesCollaborate with international stakeholders to maximise launch potentialAbout you8+ years'' experience in innovation or senior marketing roles within FMCG/personal careProven track record of delivering successful, strategic NPDStrong understanding of consumer insight, research techniques and insight-led innovationSolid technical knowledge of product and manufacturing developmentExtensive experience in packaging developmentCommercially and financially astuteHighly collaborative, confident influencer across cross-functional teamsCreative, agile and solutions-focusedStrong ..... full job details .....