Assistant Innovation Manager

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for product development? This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early in their career to join a fast-moving consumer goods company as an Assistant Innovation Manager. If you love coming up with new ideas, enjoy working on multiple projects, and want to see products go from concept to reality, this could be the perfect role for you!

They are a global leader in high-quality consumer goods, known for their commitment to innovation and excellence. With a strong focus on sustainability and product development, they continuously bring fresh ideas to the market, shaping industry trends and meeting evolving consumer needs. Their collaborative and forward-thinking culture makes them an exciting place to build a career in innovation.

The Role:

• Support product launches from idea to shelf, working on everything from packaging design to approvals.
• Track product samples, request feedback, and keep everything organised.
• Look at industry trends, analyse competitors, and help shape new product ideas.
• Work alongside different teams to bring fresh ideas to life.
• Maintain project trackers, mock-ups, and key documents.
• Work closely with Sales, Technical, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to make sure projects run smoothly.

You:

• A positive, can-do attitude with a passion for product development.
• Great organisation skills - you’ll be juggling multiple tasks at once.
• Strong attention to detail - you’ll be working with key product info.
• A team player who loves working with different departments.
• A commercial mindset - understanding how costs and profits impact business decisions.
• Any experience in product development, FMCG, or a similar field (internships or placements welcome!).
• A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• An understanding of how products are developed in the FMCG world.
• Ability to analyse data and come up with smart solutions.

Why Join?

• A great chance to kick off your career in product innovation.
• Hands-on experience with real projects and exciting product launches.
• A friendly and supportive team that wants to see you grow.
• The opportunity to work on well-known products in a fast-moving industry.

If you’re excited about bringing new products to life and want to be part of a fun, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!