Global Brand Manager Innovation

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024. Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project #IWorkForAllForGood LOCATION AND START DATE Permanent contract to be filled as soon as possible Location: Suresnes (92) – Bel Group headquarters MAIN DUTIES Within theGoGosqueeZ Global Innovation Team,you’llhelp define and execute strategic innovations to grow the brand’s footprint, volume, and impact. You will report directly to the Senior Innovation Group Manager. As the voice of consumers, you willlead innovation and renovation projects from ideation to launchin close partnership with country teams, R&D, and our production sites. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES Market dynamics Track ,consumer, category, and retailer trends toidentifykey business opportunities within the better-for-you snacks Analyze consumer needs, build analysis of NPDs and competitive environment in keys markets Analyze panels and gather insights to better understand the market dynamics and to fuel the innovation pipeline Portfolio & innovation strategy Contribute to the innovation strategy, addressing top business opportunities and challenges In a “Glocal” context, support the local markets in executing the innovation strategy fostering synergies and ensuring business relevance, CSRperformanceand P&L management Support the Activity Management activities to ensure best in class project execution Innovation &RenovationProject Management Lead key innovation and renovation projects coordinating cross-functional teams and activities including R&D, Supply Chain, Operations. Partner closely with key markets to ensure best-in-class execution and time-to-market Lead the development of key packaging projects (Design,CSR..) from brand architecture conformity to graphic design process execution, working closely with the internal teams : Equity, Regulatory, Supply and external partners : research, design agencies This position is based in Suresnes, to the west of Paris, with access via tram T2 (Suresnes Longchamp stop) and several bus lines. YOUR ASSETS : Could this be you? You are a graduate of a business or marketing school (Master’s degree) and have between 3 and 6 years of experience in marketing and brand management of consumer goods. You have several years of experience managing innovation projects. You are fluent in both English and French. Skills Drive and accelerate transformation, dare to innovate, collaborate unconditionally, and demonstrate agility and resilience Strong data analysis skills, especially regarding consumers, retailers, categories, and P&L management Excellent project management skills for leading innovation pipelines : agile methods, managing complexity, accelerating launches Ability to identify and highlight product value drivers to create positive innovation or renovation (nutrition, sourcing, packaging, resources, etc.) OUR ADVANTAGES Fixed salary over 13 months Performance bonus Profit-sharing / Employee savings plan (PEE) Company restaurant Compensatory leave (RTT) Health and life insurance Access to the many benefits of the Social and Economic Committee (CSE) Remote working policy #J-18808-Ljbffr