Job Description :
Job Title: Innovation Director
Level: L4
Location: New York
Reports To: Category Innovation Director
Department: Marketing
Purpose of the Role:
Lead the development and execution of the innovation strategy and pipeline for a defined category, platform, or growth space, translating consumer, customer, and market insights into scalable innovation opportunities that drive sustainable growth. The role is accountable for defining category innovation priorities, building a robust pipeline of initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver commercially successful innovation across markets. As a senior leader within the innovation function, the role shapes both business outcomes and organizational capability through strong stakeholder influence, team leadership, and innovation excellence.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead Innovation Project Development and Delivery
- Develop Insight-Led Innovation Concepts
- Drive Cross-Functional Execution
- Support Innovation Pipeline Development
- Deliver Commercially Successful Launches
Key Competencies (3)
- Innovation Project Leadership
- Consumer Insight and Commercial Acumen
- Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence
Qualifications and Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Innovation, Product Development, or a related discipline.
- Typically 5–8 years of experience in innovation, marketing, brand management, product development, or a related commercial function.
- Experience within the beverage alcohol industry, specifically within the RTD category, preferred
- Proven experience within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry preferred
- Knowledge of innovation processes and methodologies, including concept development, consumer learning, Commercialization, and launch execution.
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects and delivering business results.
- Experience working with consumer insights to identify opportunities and shape innovation concepts
- Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, influence without authority, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Worker Type :
Regular
Primary Location:
3WTC
Additional Locations :
Job Posting Start Date :
2026-08-03