Innovation Manager Consumer Products (f/m/x)
Publication date:
25 September 2024Workload:
100%- Place of work:Oberkochen
Your Role
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You act as the main interface between Corporate Research & Technology and the Consumer Product business unit, coordinating our joint activities
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You will coordinate the exchange and alignment of roadmaps between the business unit and Corporate Research and Technology
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You will find opportunities for new business in the field of Consumer Products, evaluate new applications and technologies and prepare the proposals for new projects
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You identify fields of innovation through active and systematic screening in focus fields, nature and hunting, mobile imaging, cinematography
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You can actively shape the "New Business Ideas" pipeline in the field of Consumer Products at Corporate Research & Technology
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With application knowledge and a clear understanding of the customer, you will contribute to the success of Corporate Research & Technology, e.g. by initiating and steering development projects
Your Profile
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A degree in natural sciences, engineering, data science or economics, a PhD is beneficial
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First relevant professional experience (1-2 years) in the field of consumer products and a great interest for related technologies
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First verifiable experience and successes in the management of research and/or development projects,
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Understanding of consumer trends and preferences and research methods to identity them
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Proven skill in dealing with customers, colleagues and scientific partners as well as efficient and well-structured working methods
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A distinct ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and a very good command of English
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Willingness to travel internationally as part of the work
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Katharina Dandorfer