What are the responsibilities and job description for the Innovation Manager position at G.I.S.?
Job Title : Innovation Manager
Location : Remote
Job Type : Full-Time, Mid-Level
Company Overview :
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is a premier oil and gas services company providing solutions to the energy sector. We specialize in offshore construction, onshore construction, and maintenance services. With over 75 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation. We are expanding our team to continue driving growth of our fast-paced industry.
Position Summary :
Innovation Managers develop, maintain & leverage strong, collaborative relationships across the enterprise. Innovation Managers are optimistic, open-minded and passionate about driving change, identifying emerging trends, and implementing cutting-edge solutions to propel our company forward.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and implement discrete innovation project strategies that are aligned with the company's values and goals.
- Lead cross-functional teams to research & develop new opportunities, brainstorm & test ideas, and ultimately implement innovative solutions to business challenges.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform innovation efforts.
- Foster a culture of creativity and experimentation within the organization by promoting idea generation and collaboration.
- Manage the assigned items from the innovation pipeline - from ideation to execution, ensuring timely delivery of innovative projects. Project management includes scope, budget and schedule development and management.
- Collaborate with external partners, including startups, research institutions, and industry experts, to leverage external expertise and resources.
- Drive the development of prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and pilot projects to validate new concepts and technologies.
- Analyze market data, customer feedback, and performance metrics to evaluate the success of innovation initiatives and make data-driven decisions.
- Communicate progress, achievements, and learnings to stakeholders, including senior management, to gain support and alignment for innovation efforts. This includes preparation of reports and slide decks to articulate project status.
- Continuously assess and improve innovation processes and methodologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
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EEOC Statement :
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
