Senior Innovation Manager (12-15 Month FTC)

Senior Innovation Manager (12-15 Month FTC)

Location: Derbyshire

Reports to: Head of Business Development & Innovation

About the Role

We''re looking for a forward-thinking Senior Innovation Manager to drive our New Product Development strategy and support the growth of our business portfolio. This is a high-impact role where you''ll lead innovation initiatives, shape product pipelines, and collaborate across teams to deliver commercially successful solutions.

You will act as the figurehead of innovation, championing new ideas and ensuring our product development aligns with evolving market trends, customer needs, and operational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a dynamic, commercially competitive NPD pipeline aligned with market and customer trends
• Collaborate with the Sales Team to present innovation pipelines to existing and prospective customers
• Lead and manage NPD development
• Plan and chair global innovation sessions
• Produce market reviews and insights to support strategic investment decisions
• Act as the Innovation lead, guiding and motivating Innovation Champions across the business
• Analyse feedback from NPD presentations and use insights to refine strategies
• Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maximise innovation opportunities
• Support business development activities including lead generation, pricing, and cost analysis
• Develop forecasts and budgets for new and existing business opportunities
• Deliver regular market and competitor analysis reports
• Support and attend industry trade shows
• Manage key strategic customer accounts to drive growth

What Success Looks Like

• Successful launch and conversion of new product innovations
• Strong customer feedback and engagement from innovation presentations
• Delivery of innovative products that enhance current offerings
• Accurate, timely, and insightful market reporting
• High-quality and reliable financial forecasting and reporting

What We''re Looking For

• Proven experience in innovation management, NPD, or business development
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate trends into opportunities
• Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills
• Analytical mindset with experience in market and financial analysis
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all levels
• A proactive, creative thinker with a passion for innovation

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of innovation in a growing, dynamic organisation
• Influence global product strategy and development
• Work with talented teams
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on business growth and success

If this looks of interest, click apply and I will be in touch with more details!