Innovation Manager
Blackmores Group is a leading natural health company with proud Australian heritage, with extensive reach across Asia Pacific. Founded by visionary naturopath Maurice Blackmore in 1932, our vision is to connect every person on earth to the healing power of nature by combining our knowledge of nature and science to deliver quality health solutions to people and their pets everywhere, every day.
As a purpose-led, performance-driven organisation, Blackmores Group strives to create remarkable employee experiences through supporting a diverse and inclusive culture, creating leadership that inspires high performance, and providing everyone with opportunities to achieve their professional, personal and wellbeing goals supported by our flexible work practices and family friendly policies.
Purpose of role:
The Innovation Manager drives product portfolio strategy and end-to-end new product development, from identifying market opportunities to successful commercialization. The role prioritizes innovation pipelines, develops NPD roadmaps, and leverages consumer, market, and competitive insights to guide decisions. Accountable for product launches, positioning, pricing, and early-stage performance, the Innovation Manager analyzes business results, manages P&L responsibilities, leads cross-functional alignment, and develops a high-performing team to deliver sustainable growth and innovation success.
Responsibilities include:
Product development and project management
Lead an agile NPS customer sentiment score roadmap, ensuring customer satisfaction as top goal in the organisation with our product benefits and pricing
Plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed
Develop an environment which fosters the successful running of projects
Ensure NPD/education resources adequate to support current & future business plan
Strong influencer of innovation pipeline/NPDs
Based on Thailand’s category and competitive context, work out the right portfolio for the segments and influence Global stakeholders
Work closely with Global Marketing and local team to deliver meaningful products that center on the needs of Thai consumers, including concepts, formulation, research, packaging etc.
Lead disciplined post launch reviews of NPDs with course correction plans as needed
Financial Management and Administration
Monitor and review performance against budget and forecast, and instigate remedial action to minimise adverse variances
Manage compliance with all legal, statutory and corporate requirements (e.g. FDA) and ethical standards; manage exposure in these areas
Develop and follow policies, procedures and controls to assist in the achievement of Marketing objectives and profit targets
People Management & Development
Coach & develop a high performing team
Build a team with diverse skills and backgrounds
Excellent team leader to maintain effective collaboration with various stakeholders across various functions
Who are you?
Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business administration or marketing
Minimum 5 years commercial experience with least 2 years being a people leader
Experience in managing the marketing of FMCG products across pharmacy, grocery and other retail channels
Experience in health supplements, nutrition or skincare categories are strongly preferred.
Good understanding of business financials and demand management
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial
Proven track record in innovation/ NPD development, brand/campaign development
Strong leadership – thought and inter-personal dimensions
Fluent in Thai and English both verbal and written
Strong analytical, project management and stakeholder management skills.
Data-driven and strategic mindset, with the ability to analyze market trends and sales performance to inform decision-making.
Agencies please note: this recruitment assignment is being managed directly by Blackmores Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners if required. Your respect for this process is appreciated.