Director of Innovation
Core Responsibilities:
Lead cross-functional teams on 1 year-play Big Bet Delivery through Agile innovation methods
Drive Innovation projects, for the world's biggest brands, from concept to shelf - including product and packaging development, commercial guidance of product taste, research efforts to deliver the best product to market
Partner with portfolio of Brand, Consumer Insights & Sales partners, external/internal creative agencies, and technical cross-functional teams to develop and deliver new products on scope and schedule.
Manage and develop relationships with packaging design agencies, ingredient and packaging suppliers to enable opportunities for long-term capability investments
Job Qualifications
Must Have:
- 3-5 years experience in Marketing, Product Development, Operational functions or similar
- Knowledge of beverage industry and/or CPG
- Strong passion for consumer led innovation
- Ability to thrive in dynamic, agile work environment
- Strong story-telling and presentation skills
- Ability to obtain and translate data to drive clear decisions with Sr. Leaders
- Proficient in MS Suite (PowerPoint, Excel)
- Bachelors Degree, MBA a plus
Preferred:
- Experience managing relationship with creative agencies and external partners
- Knowledge and understanding of beer or beverage operations
- Balance of creative and analytical mindset
Anheuser-Busch is here for the times that matter. The moments where we celebrate, defy challenges, dream of the brighter future we are building today- and all the moments in between. We are a company that brings people together for richer conversations, sweeter celebrations and stronger communities.
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- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
- Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
- 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
- Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
- Free Beer!
As the leading global brewer, Anheuser-Busch InBev is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity, and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.