Senior Global Innovation Manager - NPD Futures Category

641540
  • £55,000.00 to £65,000.00
  • Greater London
  • Permanent
• Senior Global Innovation Manager - NPD
• £55,000–£65,000 + 15% bonus
• London | Hybrid 2 days in the office

Our client is a global consumer brand with creativity and innovation at the heart of their mission. They’re redefining what’s possible in personal care, developing products that truly make a difference for people everywhere. This role offers the chance to shape the next generation of their award-winning products and directly influence the company’s future growth.

The Senior Innovation Manager will lead the full innovation lifecycle from white-space ideation to product launch, ensuring every new concept aligns with real consumer insights and delivers strong commercial results.

Role Highlights
  • Drive the development of new products from concept to launch, grounded in data, insight and storytelling.
  • Create clear project briefs defining design, pricing, packaging, and commercial metrics.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with marketing, operations, design, and co-manufacturers to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Own and manage project budgets and P&L, ensuring scalability and profitability.
  • Present proposals and progress updates to senior leadership, influencing future innovation strategy.
You Will Need
  • Proven success leading end-to-end innovation within FMCG or consumer goods.
  • Expertise in shaping white-space opportunities, not just managing NPD timelines.
  • Financial acumen and confidence in building and presenting P&Ls.
  • Creative, strategic mindset with excellent organisational and influencing skills.
  • Experience collaborating across global teams and managing multiple high-impact projects.
Why You’ll Love It
  • £55k–£65k base + 15 % performance bonus
  • Hybrid model (2 office days, 3 from home) with flexible hours
  • 25 days’ holiday + option to buy/sell
  • 2 Wellbeing days, 2 volunteering days, plus “work from anywhere” allowance (10 days per year)
  • Pet-friendly office, free massages & early-finish Fridays
  • Private medical cover, enhanced pension, life assurance & family policies
  • Inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity, creativity and collaboration
Apply today to grow your career as a Senior Innovation Manager, NPD with a pioneering brand committed to equal opportunity and positive impact.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment in which everyone can make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates.
Harri Goode Associate