Innovation Manager

3 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Asahi Beverages Full time

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Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: NZ
Categories: Marketing

Your Impact

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team on a 6-month contract as an Innovation Manager covering a secondment. The position is responsible for the delivery and project management of new products that will drive growth and deliver our innovation objectives.

You'll work cross-functionally with teams across the business to support the successful launch of new products and process improvements. If you thrive in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoy working with multiple stakeholders, this role is for you

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead NPD projects through their lifecycle from concept to delivery and deletion. Includes minor NPD, BIFG NPD, value optimization/simplification and deletion projects.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (marketing, finance, production, and more) to drive project progress.
  • Assist with budget tracking for production trials, sensory testing, and other project costs.
  • Stakeholder management across internal departments e.g. brand, channel, finance, production, science and technology to ensure cross-functional team input into NPD projects.
  • Arrange NPD project kick off & team meetings, track progress vs timelines ensuring a results-oriented approach to achieve project milestones.

About You

We're looking for a highly organised, proactive individual who holds themselves to a high degree of accountability, urgency and follow through. Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the confidence to work across different teams.
  • Experience with project management, brand management, or FMCG (through studies, internships, or work experience).
  • A degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.

At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you'll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you're ready to toast your future, we're ready to meet you.

Advertised: 15 Apr 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Apr 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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