Position Title: Manager, Innovation Insights
Location: New York, NY, US
Careers that unlock the magic of human connection
Who we are
Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahla® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avin™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!
Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in that all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialit...it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making a new friend every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
The salary range for this role, based in New York is $103,200.00 to $141,900.00, range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate's experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Position Summary
The Manager, Innovation Insights & Strategy will be responsible for driving innovation insights strategy & activation for the US. This person will proactively identify knowledge gaps, lead creative approaches to uncover insights, and drive learnings to action. The Manager will be a champion of deep consumer, demand moment, and growth terrain understanding.

• The successful candidate for this role will
  • Have successful experience identifying innovation insights and activating from ideation to launch
  • Have experience with design thinking, behavioral science, and ethnographic learning approaches
  • Know how to prioritize knowledge gaps, build holistic learning plans, and tell consumer stories
  • Know how to quickly drive alignment on learning plans with multiple stakeholders
  • Be insatiably curious about consumers & culture, and creative in exploring new ways to learn
  • Be passionate about uncovering unmet needs and solving consumer problems

Key Responsibilities

• Lead innovation insights strategy and activation on priority brands
• Build holistic innovation learning plans from development to validation, using design thinking techniques, and driving alignment with local and global stakeholders
• Identify unmet needs and trial drivers. Ensure insights are integral to concept, liquid, packaging, and drink strategy as a key partner in development
• Activate demand segmentation innovation insights, instilling deep empathy on demand moments and growth terrains with business partners
• Support development of innovation insight capabilities and best practices, such as establishing design thinking best practices
• Be a thought leader in the innovation and insights communities, including strong relationships with global Center of Excellence and Brand Company insights partners

Required Skills & Abilities

• 5 years of insights & strategy experience, including innovation insights
• 5 years leading primary qualitative & quantitative innovation research
• Experience converting insights into successful innovation launches
• Experience building holistic learning plans & driving quick alignment
• Proven ability to focus on critical questions, and experience leading iterative learning approaches
• Experience analyzing syndicated shopper data (e.g. Nielsen, IRI, Numerator)
• Ability to influence a diverse set of stakeholders at Director level
• Experience driving insights on global brands and working in a global insights community preferred
• Experience in spirits, alcohol, beverages, or other image-based categories preferred

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred: MBA or Master's Degree

Level of Impact

• Analytical - what does the data say?: As an analytical informer, your impact is centered around providing advice and elevating analysis within the context of a broader strategy. You have the ability to share insights, perspectives, and recommendations that can inform decision-making processes. By integrating your analysis into the strategic framework, you contribute to a more informed and effective approach. Your analytical skills enable you to provide valuable perspectives and recommendations based on data, research, and critical thinking.

Financial Responsibility

• Participates in goal setting and accountable for own, limited budget for asset administration and goals. Operates in predetermined limits.

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Life and perks at Pernod Ricard
Proud to belong - Just as we help to create moments that matter for our customers, we lead by example every day...bringing our whole self to work and building bonds that celebrate the human spirit, diversity, and foster deep connections.
Empowered to soar - We set high expectations and seek to get the most out of life. Through flexibility and a hybrid workstyle, as well as unique learning opportunities, generous tuition reimbursement, and one-of-a-kind learning programs, we passionately grow our skillset.
Committed to care - We are deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of our people, our industry, and our planet. We call this return on responsibility. From environmental sustainability to supporting local communities, our commitment is steadfast.
Inspired to dream - We treasure new experiences and are proud to develop as people, not job titles. From rich immersive learning programs in Paris to exciting high-profile events, we blend a love of exploration into all that we do.
Our hybrid work style
At Pernod Ricard North America, our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. Our hybrid teams will work remotely the majority of the time and unite on-site two days per week or 40% of the time. Our team is empowered to start and finish their day at a time that works best for their lifestyle with the whole team available during the core hours of 10am-3pm.
Plus, great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support including:

• Competitive compensation including performance bonuses
• Domestic & international career development opportunities
• Competitive paid time off plan wellbeing days
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Product allowance to enjoy on Pernod Ricard products
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• BetterUp Care wellness benefits including nutrition, sleep, executive coaching, etc.

And much, much more! Check out PRUSABenefits.com to view our extensive people programs and support.
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
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Target Hire Date :
2024-08-30
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