Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: $100,000 - $118,750, bonus and long-term incentive eligible
COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Manager, Innovation – Machine Development will manage and direct projects within the innovation pipeline, ranging from developing new brands to innovating current brands to drive incremental growth for the portfolio. Collaborate daily with channel teams, sales, brand teams, suppliers, and the broader cross-functional innovation ecosystem. This position is specific to the Innovation team and focuses on developing Beer and Beyond-Beer innovation projects. Innovating beyond the traditional boundaries of beer brands, Beyond-Beer innovation emphasizes research and development of seltzers, FMBs, and our non-alcoholic beverage portfolio.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Manages innovation projects with appropriate cross-functional teams to deliver product and packaging innovation for a set of Brands. Builds and maintains relationships with cross-functional partners and suppliers.
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Leads key innovation projects from idea generation through commercial launch, including consumer insight and opportunity identification, innovation concept development, product/packaging optimization, viability, operational feasibility, P&L analysis, and execution plan.
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Supports the one & three-year innovation pipeline for Brands, driven by consumer insights/needs, brand strategies, and portfolio innovation opportunities.
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Supports translating consumer trends into actionable innovation workstreams, including research and development on flavor profiles, wellness and nutrition trends, and design and communication through packaging.
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Apply consumer research to validate the desirability of innovation concepts. Deep-dive into consumer research to make business decisions about innovation development and financial investments.
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Leads discussions and presentations with cross-functional teams and senior management.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor's Degree required. MBA a plus.
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2-4 years of experience in sales and marketing, product or package development, and/or supply chain management.
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Previous experience with an innovation process is a plus, i.e., Stage Gate, design thinking methodology, and P&L tools.
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Experience working in a Scrum/Agile team framework is a plus: strong communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
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Exceptional creative, project management, and organizational skills. Strong budget and business analytic skills.
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Solid understanding of AB’s internal & external commercial reporting tools (Hero, IRI, MACO Model) and translating commercial acumen into actions (ROS, PODS).
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Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills and experience utilizing Microsoft Teams.
WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch has always dreamed big. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. To reimagine what a beer company can be. And what, together with our people and our partners, Anheuser-Busch can do. Our collective impact is significant. Over the last decade alone, we have contributed more than $400 million to charitable organizations that support our communities, provided over 90 million cans of emergency drinking water, and, together with our wholesaler partners, invested more than $1 billion into responsible drinking initiatives. At the heart of these investments is our shared commitment to community – providing opportunity for our people, lifting our neighbors, and making a meaningful difference in the world. This future is our purpose. A future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share in.
A future with more cheers.
BENEFITS:
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Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
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Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
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Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
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401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
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Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
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Free Beer!
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What We Do
For more than 160 years, Anheuser-Busch has been woven into the cultural fabric of the United States, carrying on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate more than 120 facilities and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America’s most recognizable beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry. From responsible drinking and emergency drinking water programs to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home. We are a company that believes our people are our greatest asset. We believe in the spirit of ownership because our employees take results personally and want to build something great together. We value talented employees who aren’t afraid to be bold, resourceful, and committed. At Anheuser-Busch, it’s not about what you studied or where you worked, it’s about what you can do. If you see yourself working for a company that allows you to excel at the pace of your talent, then a career at Anheuser-Busch may be for you. As America’s leading brewer, we are 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.
