Marketing Manager - Innovation

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Marketing Manager - Innovation
Date: May 4, 2023
Location:
Chicago, IL, US
Requisition ID: 26605
A Career in Beer and Beyond: 
Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments.  We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are proud to offer a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.   
We are Talent Brewers with our culture routed in our core Values. We believe in our brands and our people, and that diversity WITH inclusion is the key to a winning team culture.  We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities. So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you.  
The Headlines
In the Marketing Manager - Innovation role working in Chicago, IL, you’ll be an architect building brands at Molson Coors, which means shaping American culture and changing how America enjoys beverages.
You’ll oversee and lead high-performance innovation projects designed to help achieve the company’s growth targets for Molson Coors’ brands. This position develops new product and/or packaging ideas and innovations mainly for our Above Premium Beer portfolio, managing them from ideas to getting winning propositions into the market.
This position reports to the Director of Marketing - Innovation and works closely with internal and external stakeholders in creating new innovations from concept to completion.
The Responsibilities

• As a strong strategic thinker, you will play a pivotal role in innovation analysis work – including tracking volume, retail data, and competitive insights.
• Develop, ideate, and build white space opportunities that align with Molson Coors’ portfolio strategy.
• Provide clear direction regarding strategy and execution and ensure the project teams stay on track.
• You will ensure that the innovation plan and the activities surrounding it seamlessly integrate with other cross-functional areas in the company.
• You will manage, orchestrate, and delegate all the elements of the innovation program, including each successive component of the stage gate process.
• Work with sales operations and distributor sales organization to build compelling commercial cases for innovations projects.
• You will attract, lead, manage, and mentor employees in a way that ensures retention, development, and superior performance.
• Partner with relevant brand teams and partners to deliver strategic innovation that enhances brand performance in the market.

The Other Qualifications

• Even though you’re near the top of the totem pole, you still have a strong intellectual curiosity and an unquenchable thirst for learning.
• You have an innate ability to build empathy with consumers, particularly with the next generation of drinkers and diverse consumers.
• You operate with a general manager mindset and always approach your work as an owner of the business.
• Working knowledge of the 3-tier distribution system, current retail dynamics, and trends.
• A Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business is preferred but not required. MBA Preferred.
• Experience in managing the creative process with agency partners and integrating insights.
• You have a proven track record when it comes to leading commercial projects and/or new product development and stage gate process.
• 5+ years of previous marketing experience with high-profile CPG brands, ideally in product/packaging development and innovation
• Experience conducting financial and business analysis and retrieving and analyzing data.

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:  

• Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking throughout the organization. 
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities.  
• We care about our communities and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are. 
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events , and free beer and beverages! 
• Work within a fast-paced, innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.  
• Flexible work programs that support work-life balance including a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources.

Job Posting Grade: 12
At Molson Coors we seek diversity. Differing perspectives lead to challenging the expected, which keeps new ideas bubbling up. We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. We take pride in celebrating our unique brew.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago