Innovation Leader

3 days ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom pladis Foods Limited Full time

Pladis Foods Limited is seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Head of Innovation and Product Development. The estimated annual salary for this position is $120,000-$180,000, depending on experience.

Company Overview

We are a global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic brands, infrastructure, and people. Our commitment to quality ingredients and hiring top talent sets us apart from competitors.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering growth strategies for pladis. This includes managing high-value global innovation projects, working with cross-functional teams, and influencing the global growth strategic plan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Breakthrough Innovation:
  • Utilize consumer, customer, and competitor knowledge to develop an innovative growth funnel for your portfolio.
  • Drive the successful delivery of global breakthrough projects in their category(s).
  • Define and deliver the technology roadmap to ensure early identification of technology-based opportunities.
  • Ensure delivery of at least 1 breakthrough project per year in their category(s).
  • Lead a team of scientists and engineers ensuring effective resource management and development.
  • Partnership Excellence:
  • Work with Growth and FEI team to co-develop effective development briefs.
  • Collaborate with Global Procurement to ensure effective supplier innovation management.
  • Build strong partnerships with suppliers and assess new ingredients and technology.
  • Execution Excellence:
  • Ensure technical rigor in project delivery.
  • Manage the delivery of a portfolio of technically complex projects.


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