Open innovation manager
Open innovation manager
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Job Description
At Lesaffre we believe in shaping the future of fermentation and biotechnology to improve food health and well-being worldwide. As a global leader in yeast and fermentation solutions we are committed to fostering innovation and leveraging digital transformation to drive sustainable growth.
Within this vision the Open Innovation manager will play a pivotal role in driving external innovation strategic partnerships and digital adoption to accelerate Lesaffres impact across industries. This position requires working closely with internal stakeholders research institutions startups and corporate partners to identify new opportunities develop cutting-edge solutions and strengthen Lesaffres position as an industry pioneer.
1. Lead Open Innovation Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute Lesaffres open innovation strategy aligning it with DDTech & business objectives and priorities.
Identify and assess emerging technologies business models and innovation opportunities to serve DDTech team needs and Lesaffres core business and future growth.
Build and manage a structured innovation roadmap supporting DDTech transformative initiatives or projects or /and exploratory business projects.
Establish and manage an open innovation governance framework ensuring alignment with DDTech governance corporate strategy and effective decision-making.
Promote a culture of innovation fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive disruptive ideas.
2. Foster Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement
Establish strong collaborations with startups incubators venture capital firms universities and research institutions to bring innovative solutions to Lesaffre.
Lead Lesaffres participation in accelerators industry consortiums and open innovation networks to access breakthrough technologies.
Act as a key interface together with relevant DDTech stakeholders between Lesaffre and external innovation ecosystems to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and business models.
Negotiate and structure strategic partnerships and co-development agreements with external partners.
3. Business Impact & Digital Adoption
Work closely with Lesaffres DDTech Leadership teams business units R&D innovation teams operations marketing to ensure efforts are coordinated; aligned with needs and strategy
Contribute together with DDTech responsibles to drive the adoption of new digital solutions leveraging AI automation data analytics and biotechnology advancements to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
Support the implementation of new business models and go-to-market strategies for innovative products and services.
Ensure the successful scaling and commercialization of innovation projects by engaging with key stakeholders and securing funding where needed.
4. Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing
Act as an internal ambassador for innovation promoting a culture of creativity experimentation and continuous learning within the organization.
Organize innovation workshops hackathons and training sessions to enhance internal capabilities.
Provide regular strategic insights on tech trends market disruptions and consumer behaviour shifts.
Develop internal reports and communication materials to share key innovation learnings across business units.
Qualifications :
7 years of experience in innovation management digital transformation or working with startups/corporate innovation programs.
Strong entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for technology sustainability and industry disruption.
Proven ability to build and manage partnerships with external innovation ecosystems.
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive business impact.
Excellent communication influencing and negotiation skills.
Fluent in English with additional languages as a plus. Willingness to travel (15% of the time)
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Remote
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Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
