Innovation Manager

About the role

For our client, we are seeking an Innovation Manager to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will drive the identification and development of new growth opportunities, with a strong focus on assessing market potential and shaping initiatives from concept through commercialization. The Innovation Manager will partner closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate emerging technologies, validate customer needs, and build business cases that support sound strategic investment decisions. Success in this role will require both analytical rigor and entrepreneurial thinking to help turn new ideas into viable offerings.

Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Identify strategic growth opportunities leveraging the organization's strengths.
• Research emerging technologies and market trends.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential ventures.
• Conduct customer discovery and validate market needs.
• Create comprehensive business cases for new initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define MVPs and commercialization strategies.
• Monitor commercial performance and gather customer feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, business development, or entrepreneurial ventures.
• Experience launching new products or services to market.
• Proficiency in developing business cases and market analyses.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel 25–40%.

Pay

Compensation: $135,000 – $165,000 annually

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Minimum of 10 vacation days, plus sick time and holidays.
• Opportunity for a profit-sharing bonus plan.