Global Innovation Portfolio Manager 7094
Global Innovation Portfolio Manager 7094
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Job Description
For over 75 years BIC has been creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that are a part of every heart and home.
As a member of our team youll be a part of reigniting a beloved brand as we continue to reimagine everyday essentials in new sustainable and responsible ways.
Our roll up your sleeves and get the job done approach to work creates an environment where selfstarters problem solvers and innovative thinkers thrive. BIC team members are empowered to take ownership of their careers and bring their unique perspectives to the table to make a meaningful impact on our mission.
Its a colorful world make your mark by joining the BIC team today.
Job Description
AsGlobal Innovation & Portfolio Manager yousupport the Senior Global Brand Manager in the delivery of Global multiyear growth strategies for the Stationeryportfolio. This role is responsible for leading Global innovation portfolio management executing brand growth strategies and managing the daytoday operations of the business including innovation gate process business analysis budgeting and key brand initiatives.
Main Responsibilities:
Supportsthe development of successfulstrategic business plansto deliver against annual brand targets.
Global Innovation Leader: leading crossfunctional teams to deliver multiyear innovation including identifying consumer insights coordinating and analyzing market trends and research partnering with R&D to identify and develop partnerships and technologies developing packaging and Commercial launch materials.
Global Portfolio Management: support the of the global portfolio strategy based on consumers needs and occasions in alignment with the Brands Equity strategy. Define priority Need Spaces and Growth opportunities. Contribute to portfolio simplification efforts and support the regional teams in aligning their portfolio to the global strategy.
Partners with the Global Brand Development team in the development and global roll out ofcreative communication and partnership campaigns.
Supportsthe Regional Commercial teamsgotomarket strategy and executionof aligned innovation launches on the core business and new items.
Champions thedaytoday operational functionsof the global brand including innovation gate process management budget management invoicing.
Monitor the global marketplace for new product innovationscompetitive intelligence and key trends(consumer lifestyle social societal insights macro market trend emerging technologies) to identify and develop white space and business opportunities.
Partner with Market and Consumer Insight team to run consumer and user test to ensure strong innovation proposition.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Business Administration or related field
5 years of Marketing experiencewith a minimum of3 years of experience in CPG Innovation. An experience in global launches is a plus
Proven new product launches track record driving an innovation process from Ideation conceptualization through to product proofofconcepts and consumer validation
Solid understanding and experience of both Qualitative / Quantitative consumer research with proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate consumer insights and learnings market trends into actionable recommendations for new innovation initiatives to feed brand growth
Strong consumerfocused orientation and problemsolving skills. Ability to think and sell conceptually
Ability to flexbetween strategic analytical and creative thinking with an open and entrepreneurial mindset
Highly motivated dedicated selfstarter with ability to work independently
Good understanding of the different technical disciplines involved in innovation (R&D Manufacturing Legal/Regulatory/IP Design Insights) which requires good connecting skills
Solid organizational and project management skills.Ability to work with crossfunctional teams and crosscultural environment manage and prioritize multiple projects deadlines and priorities
Strong financial acumen
Flexibility and resilience in a fastmoving environment
Fluent English
BIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products make better decisions and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation veteran status disability status or similar characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications merit and business need.
BIC is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice all resumes submitted by search firms to any team member at BIC via email or directly to a BIC team member in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of BIC and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BIC as a result of the referral or through other means
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
