Senior Innovation Manager (12-15 Month FTC)

Senior Innovation Manager (12-15 Month FTC)Location: DerbyshireReports to: Head of Business Development and Innovation About the RoleWe''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 ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage a dynamic, commercially competitive NPD pipeline aligned with market and customer trendsCollaborate with the Sales Team to present innovation pipelines to existing and prospective customersLead and manage NPD developmentPlan and chair global innovation sessionsProduce market reviews and insights to support strategic investment decisionsAct as the Innovation lead, guiding and motivating Innovation Champions across the businessAnalyse feedback from NPD presentations and use insights to refine strategiesPartner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maximise innovation opportunitiesSupport business development activities including lead generation, pricing, and cost analysisDevelop forecasts and budgets for new and existing business opportunitiesDeliver regular market and competitor analysis ..... full job details .....