Innovation Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Strong skills in influence management

Proven experience in strategic planning and innovation projects management

Self-motivated: pursues knowledge acquisition and skill enhancement opportunities

Prepare client presentations, able to communicate the key benefits and features of the proposals.

Team up with technical managers to monitor project progress and guarantee the alignment with the business goals.

Manage external innovation providers (innovation consultancies).

Financial Skills-- P&L Management (pricing, costs, margins, tax, discounts).

Demonstrated project management skills with bias for action.

Champion and socialize online management tools and processes within the organization

Experience with managing budgets, working with creative agencies, developing new packaging and a solid working knowledge of Nielsen.

Manage NPD Manager to create and implement best-in-class new product development processes

Manage cross-functional teams throughout commercialization processes.

Ongoing management of the brand 4:2:1 plans (i.e. pipelines)

5+ years of experience involving Innovation is required.

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Analytic and creative thinking skills

Strong business acumen and marketing capabilities

Strong leadership / communication / collaboration skills

Primary Responsibilities Include the Following:

Primary Requirements Include the Following:

· Experience managing brand relaunches including 3D packaging innovation is required

· Strong analytical skills and financial acumen

· Experience managing cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business results

· Experience in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment a plus

A minimum of 4-5 years of related CPG Marketing Management experience

Lead cross-functional innovative teams; collaborate with extended cross-functional team to manage new product development funnel.

Manage relationship with external creative teams, market research agencies and other innovation partners.

New product launch/commercialization experience, including a strong understanding of new product development practices and processes

Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date

Conduct analysis of category, competitive landscape, customer and consumer trends to identify new white space marketplace opportunities.

4+ years of experience in product management with increasing responsibility.

Knowledge of software development management and business intelligence tools a plus.

Work with senior Product Leadership to evolve high-level strategic vision into actionable tactics that provide customers with a positive experience.

Define and manage the product roadmap, setting expectations with relevant stakeholders including the senior leadership team.

4-year college degree or equivalent experience.

Detail-oriented with a strong ability to manage and execute simultaneous projects and tasks.