Innovation Manager

Our Client is seeking an Innovation Manager to join them! As an Innovation Manager, you would be responsible for driving the development of new and improved products that align with business goals and customer expectations. This Innovation Manager role involves managing the full innovation process—from discovery and concept creation through to final delivery—ensuring that new ideas are market-relevant, commercially viable, and strategically sound.

Key Responsibilities for the Innovation Manager
• Lead the product innovation process from idea generation through to market launch.
• Research and interpret industry trends, consumer behaviour, competitor activity, and internal data to identify new opportunities.
• Develop compelling product concepts and prototypes that address market needs.
• Partner with departments including marketing, research and development, commercial, and supply chain to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Track the performance of new product launches and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to strategic discussions by highlighting long-term innovation prospects and potential challenges.
• Gather and act on input from customers, including contractors and design professionals, to guide product direction.

Qualifications and Skills for the Innovation Manager
• Experience within a Manufacturing environment required
• Background in product development, innovation management, or brand strategy.
• Understanding of product development lifecycles and successful market entry strategies.
• Skilled in interpreting data and market research to generate actionable insights.
• Effective communicator with experience influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Self-directed and motivated, with a passion for progress and innovation.

*Also known by, R&D Manager, Innovation Lead, Head of Innovation, Innovation Strategist, Innovation Consultant, Product Innovation Manager, Transformation Manager or Innovation Designer

If you are interested in this exciting Innovation Manager opportunity, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with Jemma Bradshaw at Orion.

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.

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