Sr Commercialization & Innovation Manager
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Join Jack Links as a Sr. Commercialization and Innovation Manager! In this dynamic role youll define develop and deliver both near- and long-term innovation strategies that fuel profitable growth and strengthen brand equity across our portfolio of brands.
Youll will also lead co-branded and private label initiatives that deliver key channel specific and consumer specific solutionsdriving new product launches from concept through commercialization. This is a highly visible cross-functional leadership role that blends strategic vision analytical rigor creativity and strong business ownership.
The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of but not be limited to the following:
Strategy & Business Planning
- Own and deliver strategic and tactical innovation plans that align with Jack Links brand and business objectives.
- Build multi-year innovation pipelines identifying white space opportunities and future growth platforms.
- Manage and deliver the brand platform and private label/co-brand P&Ls ensuring profitable scalable growth.
- Partner with Sales to develop persuasive sell stories and secure strong trade support for innovation and platform initiatives.
- Track business performance against key financial and strategic metrics making data-driven recommendations to optimize results..
Product & Platform Innovation
- Lead the end-to-end development of long-term and incremental innovation from concept creation through product launch.
- Collaborate with R&D Consumer Insights and external partners to transform white space ideas into viable commercial opportunities.
- Build comprehensive commercialization plans including positioning packaging pricing channel and launch strategies to ensure market readiness and success.
- Steward the innovation process in partnership with the Director of Innovation ensuring consistent efficient and effective execution across the organization.
- Maintain strong external relationships with agencies co-branding partners and suppliers to inspire and accelerate innovation.
- Lead the development and commercialization of strategic customer product portfolio opportunities
Marketing Communications
- Partner with the Brand Equity team to develop integrated communications plans that drive awareness and adoption of new products and platforms.
- Support marketing execution across digital social PR and in-store channels to ensure consistent brand voice and message alignment.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams across Marketing R&D Sales Operations and Finance to bring innovative ideas to life.
- Coach and develop junior team members fostering growth accountability and creative thinking.
- Operate with flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment seizing opportunities and solving challenges with agility
Qualifications :
Required Education:
- Bachelors degree in marketing or related field required or equivalent experience; MBA preferred.
Required Experience:
- 8 years of marketing experience with 3 years in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) preferred.
- Proven experience in innovation development commercialization or private label brand management.
- Demonstrated ability to think and act like a business owner driving results with initiative accountability and passion.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate insights into impactful actions.
- Exceptional communication presentation and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
Additional Information :
The salary range for this role is $140000 - $180000 (annual). Actual rates will vary based on several factors including but not limited to external market data internal equity location and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Links Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Links provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members including medical dental and vision benefits life and disability insurance 401k participation paid holidays and paid time off.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Links provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic that is protected by federal state or local law.
E-VERIFY:
Jack Links is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program please visit: your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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
About Company
At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We creat ... View more
