Innovation Director

About the role

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development, and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

The Director of Buns, Rolls, & Slice Bread Alternatives will lead the marketing plan development and execution of BBU’s Ball Park, Sandwich Thins, Arnold, Brownberry, & Oroweat Bun and Roll businesses.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand planning and marketing mix elements for Strategic Brands in portfolio.
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize data in order to generate insights for the development of the vision and strategy for next 2-3 years.
• Deliver on 2018-20 transformation plans with assistance from VP and SVP.
• Advance current new items/projects from current positions to commercialization.
• Track in-market programs of recent new item launches for all U.S. product segments.
• Assess global new products and assess value / potential for U.S. expansion.
• Lead work streams and collaborates with Business Units and Group functions.
• Proactively scan the marketplace and industry for areas of competitive improvement such as: packaging innovation, health trends and excellence in operational execution.
• Lead brand management team through critical thinking, strategic decision making, and personal growth development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• MBA Preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in related field (CPG, Baking, Brand Management, Innovation, Food Manufacturing).
• Experience managing more than 2 direct report.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional partners.
• Technical experience a plus (baking background).
• Strong work ethic, flexibility and ability to multi-task required in fast-paced DSD fresh bakery category.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off
• 401k & Company Match
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Salary Range: $151,300 - $211,800