Brenntag · 17 hours ago
Innovation Manager
Maurice, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBrenntag is a leading company in the energy sector, and they are seeking an Innovation Manager to lead and coordinate innovation initiatives. This role involves overseeing the innovation pipeline, conducting market research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement new products and strategies.
ChemicalLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assist in defining and aligning on innovation goals with overall business objectives and long-term strategic plans
Conduct comprehensive market research, trend analysis, and competitive intelligence to identify new opportunities
Develop and maintain an innovation roadmap, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic impact and feasibility
Assist in overseeing the entire innovation lifecycle, from idea generation and screening to development, testing, and launch
Evaluate and refine ideas, identifying the most promising and feasible concepts for further development
Develop and implement training programs and tools to enhance innovation capabilities across teams
Collaborate closely with various departments (e.g., R&D, Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Operations) to ensure seamless integration and execution of innovation initiatives
Act as a liaison between different teams, ensuring alignment and removing roadblocks
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the progress and impact of innovation initiatives
Monitor, analyze, and report on innovation performance, adjusting strategies as needed
Demonstrate measurable returns on investment from innovation efforts
Identify potential funding sources and incentives for innovation projects
Allocate resources (budget, personnel, technology) effectively to support innovation initiatives
Assist in the development and manage the company’s innovation strategy aligned with operational goals, safety standards, and energy transition targets
Monitor global trends and competitor innovation strategies in oil, gas, and alternative energy
Support change management efforts to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within technical teams
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in engineering, Geosciences, Energy Management, or related fields
Minimum of 5 years of experience in innovation, R&D, technology strategy, or operations within the oil & gas or energy sector
Deep understanding of energy processes, regulatory landscape, and digital technologies in the energy domain
Familiarity with energy transition technologies (e.g., carbon capture, hydrogen, renewables integration)
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
Benefits
Paid parental leave
Education assistance program
Employee assistance program
Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)
Company
Brenntag
Brenntag is a suppiler of chemical distribution, covers with its extensive product and services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-03-29IPO
2006-07-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Asim Syed
Sr. Director, Food R&D, Americas
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