What are the responsibilities and job description for the Innovation Strategist position at Executive Leaders Search?
Ambitious individuals are invited to drive innovation at a leading plant-based food and beverage company. As Vice President of Innovation, you will spearhead research and development efforts, leveraging expertise in cutting-edge processing technologies and clean-label ingredients.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of food chemistry, sensory evaluation, ingredient functionality, and processing technologies. With a proven track record in plant-based food and beverage development, functional ingredients, and/or alternative proteins, this individual will excel in managing large product portfolios and leading cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing and executing a long-term innovation strategy
- Formulating, testing, and commercializing new food and beverage products
- Driving advancements in food processing techniques
- Leveraging data-driven insights to identify emerging trends and white space opportunities
- Cross-functional collaboration with marketing, supply chain, operations, and sales teams
Familiarity with FDA, USDA, non-GMO, organic, and clean-label compliance standards is essential. The ability to think disruptively and bring new-to-market innovations to life is also crucial. This role offers the opportunity to be a key leader in a mission-driven organization, shaping the future of sustainable food innovation.
