Strategic Innovation Lead

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Veritas Partners Ltd Full time
About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Innovation Manager to join our team at Veritas Partners Ltd. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of our innovation pipeline, working closely with the Innovation Controller to identify opportunities and drive growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Management and ownership of EPD product pipeline, identifying SKUs at risk and potential renovations.
  • NPD concept ideation & development: write strong concepts for evaluation with consumers.
  • Opportunity scoping: identify new trends and consumer-driven opportunities.
  • Project Management: execution of NPD through cross-functional team, being the project sponsor across teams.
  • Commercial analysis and P&L management of concept.
  • Develop packaging, naming, product proposition.
  • Build sell-in deck and support with retailer presentations.

Requirements:
  • A natural curiosity for the new and different when it comes to the world of innovation and food.
  • Extremely positive with a definite 'can-do' roll sleeves up attitude.
  • An infectious enthusiasm to succeed with massive levels of tenacity and drive.
  • Positively assertive and expert at bringing people with you, yet able to 'bash through' roadblocks when needed.
  • A clear track record of successful innovation delivery and managing innovation projects from concept to launch within FMCG – ideally in food categories and within an innovation management capacity.
  • Creative and commercially savvy – always framing your ideas in terms of real business impact.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and bonus structure.
  • Excellent benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including your up-to-date CV, to [insert contact information]. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to progress candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship requirements.

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