Women of the Vine & Spirits
Sr. Manager, US RTD Innovation - New to World - Chicago or NYC
Women of the Vine & Spirits, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Sr. Manager, US RTD Innovation - New to World - Chicago or NYC. The alc/bev industry is an exciting, dynamic, and fast-paced business. Beam Suntory is a top player in the spirits business and focused on becoming a top player within the Ready to Drink category, capturing new consumers and occasions not currently being serviced by our full bottle strength spirit brands in our key markets. This role will serve as an integral part of the North America's RTD innovation team to drive growth in an exciting category and shape Beam Suntory's long-term ambitions in the Ready to Drink space in the US. The position offers the opportunity to work on an exciting, priority category, set and implement brand strategies in conjunction with cross-functional partners (R&D, Finance, Consumer Insights, etc.), and partner with sales/commercial teams to ensure execution of strategies and tactics. The role also serves as lead brand steward in developing plans to extend Beam Suntory's presence in the Ready to Drink space in the US.
Location Chicago, IL
Role Responsibilities
Support and/or lead a broad variety of Ready to Drink innovation projects including planning and prioritizing resources to execute agreed upon timelines
Support and/or lead development of new to world RTD's including concept development, brand identity, positioning, and in-market asset development for all consumer touchpoints
Manage a cross functional, multi-market team to deliver projects efficiently and effectively, from initial ideation, through concept development, liquid and packaging design, to commercialization in market
Work closely with key marketing and consumer insights partners to inspire and facilitate development of products that target emerging and unmet consumer needs
Direct and influence the R&D product and packaging teams to develop excellence in taste delivery and pack presentation
Monitor consumer trends in needs, occasions, flavors and drink experiences, and recommend activities and projects to maintain our position of leadership within the spirits industry
Identify and implement best practices within innovation, to develop even better ideas and a more efficient development cycle
Qualifications & Experience
5 years Consumer Marketing or Brand innovation experience or a similar amount of solid experience in a related field
BA required, (MBA preferred). Up to 20% travel
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural, cross functional organization and a strong ability to develop and foster internal and external partnerships
Self-starter, flexible and comfortable working in unstructured environment, and able to manage multiple priorities effortlessly
Passionate and determined, committed to delivering projects on-time and above expectations
Demonstrated experience in working across and up, within the organization, gaining credibility amongst peers, managers and other commercial leadership
Resourceful, with a problem-solving attitude and willingness to think creatively to reach resolutions
Collaborative and able to build bridges across cross-functional teams and geographies; strong communication, active listening, and ability to listen for feedback and validate concerns; excellent influencing and presentation skills
Salary Range The salary range for this role, based in New York is $140,000 to $160,000, along with an annual bonus, 401K match, profit sharing, and medical and wellness benefits. The salary range is commensurate with the candidate's location, experience, and skillset.
Outcomes / Success Criteria
Grow our top line and profitability to help deliver financial goals for target RTD brands
Apply competitive, category, consumer, shopper, and retailer insights to identify opportunities and validate and optimize concepts
Help advance expansive innovation strategy, identifying white spaces, unmet consumer needs, and sources of future growth
Support ongoing innovation tracking and performance monitoring
Be a leader with organizational and role-specific competencies across the team; deliver impactful results with integrity and ownership
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Location Chicago, IL
Role Responsibilities
Support and/or lead a broad variety of Ready to Drink innovation projects including planning and prioritizing resources to execute agreed upon timelines
Support and/or lead development of new to world RTD's including concept development, brand identity, positioning, and in-market asset development for all consumer touchpoints
Manage a cross functional, multi-market team to deliver projects efficiently and effectively, from initial ideation, through concept development, liquid and packaging design, to commercialization in market
Work closely with key marketing and consumer insights partners to inspire and facilitate development of products that target emerging and unmet consumer needs
Direct and influence the R&D product and packaging teams to develop excellence in taste delivery and pack presentation
Monitor consumer trends in needs, occasions, flavors and drink experiences, and recommend activities and projects to maintain our position of leadership within the spirits industry
Identify and implement best practices within innovation, to develop even better ideas and a more efficient development cycle
Qualifications & Experience
5 years Consumer Marketing or Brand innovation experience or a similar amount of solid experience in a related field
BA required, (MBA preferred). Up to 20% travel
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural, cross functional organization and a strong ability to develop and foster internal and external partnerships
Self-starter, flexible and comfortable working in unstructured environment, and able to manage multiple priorities effortlessly
Passionate and determined, committed to delivering projects on-time and above expectations
Demonstrated experience in working across and up, within the organization, gaining credibility amongst peers, managers and other commercial leadership
Resourceful, with a problem-solving attitude and willingness to think creatively to reach resolutions
Collaborative and able to build bridges across cross-functional teams and geographies; strong communication, active listening, and ability to listen for feedback and validate concerns; excellent influencing and presentation skills
Salary Range The salary range for this role, based in New York is $140,000 to $160,000, along with an annual bonus, 401K match, profit sharing, and medical and wellness benefits. The salary range is commensurate with the candidate's location, experience, and skillset.
Outcomes / Success Criteria
Grow our top line and profitability to help deliver financial goals for target RTD brands
Apply competitive, category, consumer, shopper, and retailer insights to identify opportunities and validate and optimize concepts
Help advance expansive innovation strategy, identifying white spaces, unmet consumer needs, and sources of future growth
Support ongoing innovation tracking and performance monitoring
Be a leader with organizational and role-specific competencies across the team; deliver impactful results with integrity and ownership
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