Manager Strategic Innovation Jobs

Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, operations management, or a related field.

Certification in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen.

Prior experience working at a brokerage or insurance carrier within the Canadian Insurance industry.

Great learning and growth opportunities

Professional Development Courses & Designations

100% tuition re-imbursement for business relevant courses and training

Other responsibilities include: Budget management and Process tracking

Ability to focus on project ownership, management, management and implementation of the concept following the ABI Innovation Stage Gate Process, including:

Business case, financials, approvals and finally launch and in-market management/measurement

Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Ability to manage a wide range of multiple priorities with a drive to stretch and achieve results

Strong financial and leadership skills

You have deep, tenured experience in Product Management, Merchandising, or similar relevant experience

You are responsible for the operations & management of lululemon’s future innovative concepts, supporting in bringing new-to-the-world solutions to life

You are the key partner in our vendor relationships, initiating the communication and manageing the partnership along the journey

The accountabilities of your team include detailed project mapping inclusive of timelines, tracking, communication, status updates, project awareness

Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.

You ensure our external resources are successfully maintained, including budgets, NDAs and overseeing our intellectual property

Responsible for the performance management, professional growth and development of the team

Implement consistent and accurate reporting of potential risks and quality or compliance issues to corporate management

Ensure company’s Quality Management System (QMS) is effectively implemented and followed

Participate in management reviews of process performance, product quality and advocating continual improvement

10+ years relevant hands on downstream processing experience in biological manufacturing industry with a minimum of 5+ years of managerial experience

Good working knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements for products in major markets (such as FDA, EMA, HC, TGA)

Computer literacy with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management and database applications.

Possesses business acumen and analytical skills to anticipate financial and business requirements and ensure effective use of resources.

Demonstrated ability to successfully apply project management methodology and principles.

Partner with VCH Communications Leads to co-create compelling communications and educational content, using a variety of media.

Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead and inspire staff, and build a team environment that fosters trust and respect.

Utilizes initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to implement project plans and realize project completion.

Strong project management skills in overseeing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines with a sense of urgency

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including experience presenting ideas to corporate and front-line retail and production teams

10+ years’ proven experience in baking or food product development, preferably within the retail, hospitality or manufacturing industries

Experience in developing strategy and driving teams to execute to meet annual and longer term business goals

Extensive experience and passion for development of recipes, flavour, cost, and nutritional elements

Experience in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and/or Franchising is an asset

Coordinate the adoption around new customer experience group's capabilities being delivered under the guidance of the aforementioned project efforts.

Must be able to provide clear project updates in regular one-on-one meetings Sponsor/Management (PM ensures these meetings are scheduled)

Be prepared to provide clear and thorough updates to management on a quarterly basis using standard templates

5+ years as a Project Manager supporting technical projects in an Agile environment.

Should have experience managing multiple projects, tracking budgets, and an understanding of working within the Tech industry.

Experience in the telecommunications and internet services industry.

Air filtration product and application experience with a sound understanding of filter requirements and performance.

7+ years of sales and / or business development and related experience, including 5+ years in the air filtration sector.

Demonstrated experience in successfully developing business and growing sales in markets and industries in which Meltech aspires to operate.

Experience in developing strategic partnerships in a B2B environment.

Deep experience in nonwoven / meltblown material product categories, industries and market verticals in which meltblown is utilised.

Experience in meltblown / nonwoven material applications and science.

ROLE: INNOVATION MANAGER (PILOT PROGRAM)

You know how to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently while demonstrating flexibility and creativity.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

The primary focus of this role is to foster innovation at our client by:

1. Identifying and assessing untapped opportunities and gaps within the business.

2. Crafting effective solutions to address these identified opportunities.

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Develop and implement project management templates to streamline the materials innovation process and ensure consistent execution across projects.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, or a related field.

Track and manage the annual budget for materials innovation, liaising with the strategy team to forecast budgets for future years.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Sought out for excellent communication skills, verbal & written, with the ability to present information at all levels of the organization.

3 to 5 years of experience in applying privacy law and principles.

International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) certification or willingness and ability to become certified within 6 months.

Experience working in a large, matrixed organization.

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure adherence to the TELUS’ Trust Model.

Understand the Mergers & Acquisition process and capable of identifying risks and implementing innovative solutions to mitigate risks.

Provides effective project management, creating a structured framework for a consistent innovation calendar synchronized with the existing business strategic planning process.

Demonstrated teamwork, collaboration, management ability, capable of working on and leading a diverse team.

10 years of CPG experience in Research & Development and Innovation

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs!

Demonstrate and uphold Riverside’s Core Values and Purpose

Strong time-management and organizational skills with high attention to detail

Strong project management and planning skills with ability to progress multiple priorities concurrently

2+ years in management consulting;

Manage multiple project workstreams, including leading problem-solving sessions, workshops and interviews with cross-functional team members and subject matter experts

5-7 years of prior work experience with a proven track record of working with and leading cross-functional projects

Experience in operations or the restaurant industry is an asset

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Develop and implement project management templates to streamline the materials innovation process and ensure consistent execution across projects.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, or a related field.

Track and manage the annual budget for materials innovation, liaising with the strategy team to forecast budgets for future years.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Strong project management, prioritization and planning skills in designing and re-designing strategic clinical transformation and process improvement

Demonstrated excellent business skills in the effective management of resources.

Knowledge of business analysis and project management methodologies.

Lead reviews of staffing resources, working relationships, associated workflows and current patient care experiences.

Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the use of process improvement tools and methodologies.

Knowledge of health care disciplines and their role in health care.

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management or equivalent work experience in related fields;

Timely submission of reports related to Contracts management, funding requirements, etc., meeting the necessary standards.

Strong interpersonal, leadership, management, and organizational skills, including ability to undertake multiple tasks, delegate effectively and motivate the team

Play an active role in maintaining and strengthening the management and governance culture and practices that reflects the organization’s core values.

Master’s degree in management as an asset;

Manages change and transition challenges, developing procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of our BOD;

Seven (7) years of progressively responsible management experience in an academic research administration environment.

Proven ability in line management, leadership and working groups.

Experience in program development and/or managing contract research projects.

Experience in promoting academic and research expertise, technology and innovation outcomes.

Excellent people skills demonstrated by prior leadership positions, EDI initiatives, and service-oriented activities.

Experience in interpreting, explaining and applying policies and regulations.

The presence, influence, entrepreneurial spirit and change management skills needed to launch new products.

General Manager mindset with a bias towards delighting consumers.

Strong relationship building skills with a well-developed “people interaction” skillset who can successfully navigate and influence a complex organization.

Communication Skills - Able to effectively communicate consistently with a variety of audiences to achieve desired outcomes.

Agility & Effectiveness- Skilled in mobilizing and managing teams to achieve commercial objectives.

Partnering with Consumer Insights to develop and implement a reinvigorated approach to consumer research.

Superior project management, analytical, research, consultation and facilitation skills.

Years of progressive experience in a combination of program development, project management,

A minimum of three (3) years of recent management/supervisory experience.

Experience with workers’ compensation and Lean management principles are an asset.

An in-depth knowledge of business planning methods, processes and development, strategic planning

A generous benefits package and enrollment in the defined Public Service Pension Plan.

Multi-disciplinary team management experience preferred

Excellent verbal and visual communication skills for various management types and levels

Manage communication between cross-functional teams to ensure fixture & experience co-creation and collaboration meets desired outcome

Taking strategic direction from the Sr Director; create visual communications and fixture & experience prototypes, that represent Global Retail Design

Develop Design Strategies outlining how the design team will create and develop deliverables that transform concepts into innovative designs and experiences

Manage a small and nimble team of designers, evaluating individual design deliverables and how they support successful actualization of ‘the brief’