Innovatiemanager vacatures

Senior Innovation Manager - (Temp/6months)

Are you an experienced marketing leader ready to make a global impact?

We're looking for a Senior Innovation Manager to lead a strategic innovation project within the toddler nutrition category for one of the world's most trusted food and health brands.

This project plays a key role in improving the health and nutrition of young children worldwide - and we're looking for someone who's eager to turn consumer insights into meaningful, measurable change.

Are you fulltime available for at least 6 months from the first of December? Apply now!

What you'll do

• Define and validate a winning consumer value proposition rooted in consumer insights, nutritional science, and brand equity;
• Translate insights into a clear innovation brief - including product concept, claims, and visual identity;
• Collaborate with cross-functional global and regional teams to align on a strong, actionable product direction;
• Lead the global design agency in developing a compelling design for the innovation;
• Partner with key markets to define and support a successful go-to-market strategy.

About you

You're a strategic, consumer-centric innovator with a proven track record in translating insights into successful products and propositions. You're comfortable navigating complex, global organizations and thrive when leading diverse teams and stakeholders toward a shared goal.

You'll bring:

• 8+ years of experience in marketing, including innovation management;
• Strong analytical and strategic skills - able to connect consumer, business, and brand dimensions;
• A proactive mindset and a can-do attitude - you make things happen;
• An affinity with health and nutrition, and the motivation to create a positive impact on people's well being.

Are you an experienced marketing leader ready to make a global impact?

We're looking for a Senior Innovation Manager to lead a strategic innovation project within the toddler nutrition category for one of the world's most trusted food and health brands.

This project plays a key role in improving the health and nutrition of young children worldwide - and we're looking for someone who's eager to turn consumer insights into meaningful, measurable change.

Are you fulltime available for at least 6 months from the first of December? Apply now!

What's in it for you

You'll step into a high-impact, global role where strategy meets purpose. Beyond the day-to-day project responsibilities, this assignment offers:

• A competitive rate of €105 per hour (ZZP) or €9.000 gross per month based on 40 hours;
• The opportunity to lead an end-to-end global innovation from concept to market impact;
• Collaboration with international, cross-functional experts in marketing, R&D, and design;
• The chance to shape the future of healthy nutrition for families worldwide;
• A hybrid work environment that combines global teamwork with flexibility and autonomy.

You'll join a passionate and purpose-driven team that values creativity, impact, and human connection - all while working on a brand that's recognized and trusted across the world.

What will happen when you apply?

Within four working days, we will let you know whether you are qualified for the position. If you do we will schedule an interview (digital or live). In this interview, we will inform you about the vacancy, the company, and the procedure. If we both agree this is a fitting opportunity we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the whole application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruitment consultants. Every recruiter has a strong focus regarding his/her field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both you, as the candidate, and the client

alified for the position. If you do we will schedule an interview (digital or live). In this interview, we will inform you about the vacancy, the company, and the procedure. If we both agree this is a fitting opportunity we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the whole application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruitment consultants. Every recruiter has a strong focus regarding his/her field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both you, as the candidate, and the client