Job Summary

• The Director, Innovation Strategy & Commercialization is the senior leader responsible for setting the US innovation agenda, shaping and steering the innovation pipeline, and ensuring Knorr delivers its growth ambition through successful on-time, in-full (OTIF) launches.
• This role leads a team focused on consumer demand spaces, innovation process excellence, and high-quality commercialization, requiring strong strategic muscle and cross-functional influence.
• Unilever offers a comprehensive benefits plan including health insurance, retirement savings, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, and paid vacation/holidays.

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Salary

$146,200 to $219,400; Bonus eligible; LTI eligible

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
• 10-15+ years experience in CPG innovation, brand management, strategy, or related fields
• Proven experience leading innovation from concept to commercialization
• Experience influencing global teams and operating in a matrixed organization
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Strong financial acumen and comfort with P&Ls, forecasting, and business casing

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