Two Recruitment
Innovation & Strategy Manager
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Innovation & Strategy Manager
c£70,000 - London | Hybrid | Permanent
Are you passionate about bringing new products to market, shaping commercial strategy and turning insight into growth?
We're partnering with an ambitious, high-growth consumer goods business looking for an Innovation & Strategy Manager to play a pivotal role in driving the next phase of its commercial success.
This is a unique opportunity to own strategic projects from concept through to execution, working cross-functionally across commercial, marketing, finance, technical and category teams. You'll have real influence over portfolio strategy, pricing, innovation and business performance.
The Opportunity
Reporting into a senior commercial leader, you'll lead on new product development, using consumer and market insights to identify growth opportunities and deliver commercially successful outcomes.
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You'll be responsible for leading projects from initial idea through to launch and post-launch evaluation, ensuring every initiative delivers measurable commercial value.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end innovation and commercial projects from concept to launch.
- Identify market opportunities through consumer, category and competitor analysis.
- Develop pricing, portfolio and promotional recommendations to drive profitable growth.
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Technical teams to deliver successful product launches.
- Own project P&Ls and make commercially sound decisions throughout the development process.
About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong commercial thinking with excellent project management skills and a passion for innovation.
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You'll likely have:
- Experience within FMCG or another fast-paced consumer goods environment.
- A background in innovation, new product development, commercial strategy, category, or insights.
- Experience managing cross-functional projects from concept through to execution.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, with confidence interpreting data and making business recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills.
- A naturally curious mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solve complex business challenges.
If you're looking for a role where you can shape commercial strategy, influence innovation and make a tangible impact on a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
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